The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has recently taken significant enforcement actions against a number of both domestic and international gambling operators. These operators have been identified as unlicensed and unlawfully targeting residents within the state of Arizona.
According to the ADG, the entities in question were offering access to a variety of online gaming services. These included slot-style casino games, sweepstakes platforms, sports wagering, horse race betting, and peer-to-peer wagering exchanges. The regulator emphasized that “These operations are not licensed by the state and fail to meet Arizona’s strict regulatory requirements, thereby posing significant consumer protection and financial risks to Arizonans.”
Several unlicensed operators have received cease-and-desist orders, including ARB Gaming, LLC, which operates as Modo.us (an online casino), BITMODO LLC, Modo-, and Epic Hunts (sweepstakes). Other operators such as Generiz (event wagering sportsbook), ProphetX (peer-to-peer exchange), as well as MyBookie and BetUS.com.pa (which offer multiple types of gambling) are also on the list. These entities have been instructed to halt all gambling operations and take immediate measures to prevent Arizona residents and visitors from accessing their websites.
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Jackie Johnson, the director of the ADG, stated, “Illegal gaming—no matter the platform or format—has no place in Arizona. Whether it’s sweepstakes, online casino-style games, or unauthorized sports betting, if an operation exists outside of the state’s legal and regulatory framework, we are prepared to take enforcement action.” She added that illegal gambling not only violates the law but also compromises the economy and undermines consumer protections. The ADG fully endorses licensed and regulated operators who adhere to legal standards, contribute positively to Arizona’s economy, and offer the consumer protections that a regulated market provides.
Recently, the ADG also issued a consumer protection alert regarding fraudulent online gaming operators, noting that it had received complaints about online platforms that falsely claimed connections with licensed Arizona casinos.
