The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has taken strict action against nine online casinos, issuing cease-and-desist letters for violations of state gaming laws. The affected websites offer a range of casino-style games, such as slots, poker, blackjack, roulette, and craps, as well as betting services for sporting events and horse races.

The following operators have been issued cease-and-desist orders:

BetAnySports (BAS)

CoolCat Casino

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Diamond Sportsbook International, d/b/a BetDSI.eu (BetDSI)

Solar Game LTD and Busan Trade Office (Go Go Gold)

My Dreams Casino

NonStop casino

Palace of Chance

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Xbet Casino

WagerWeb

“These unlicensed operators are not only in violation of Michigan’s laws but also pose significant risks to consumers by offering limited and often unreliable withdrawal options. Our role is to protect Michigan residents by ensuring that all online gambling activities are carried out legally and responsibly. These operators have 14 days to cease their illegal activities or face further legal action,” said MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams.

Welcoming 2025 in spectacular style, Natural8 India has announced its latest India Exclusive, Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025, to the delight of poker enthusiasts across the country. The multi-table tournament, scheduled to take place on January 19, will offer participants a chance to fight for the massive event prize pool and the glory of winning a prestigious APT Trophy. But that’s not all, for nine finalists will also secure an all-expense paid trip to participate in APT Manila – competing for the grand prize at a grand stage with some of the sharpest poker players in all of Asia!

With a buy-in of only INR 5,500, Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025 will offer flight and stay packages for nine finalists, worth up to INR 100,000 each, for the upcoming APT Manila Classic. In addition, the top four finalists will secure a Main Event ticket worth INR 90,000 each at APT Manila Classic 2025, while the other five will win Mini Main Event tickets worth INR 37,000 each. The tournament also has various satellites running daily from January 12 to January 19, with a buy-in of just INR 550.

Speaking on the upcoming India Exclusive, Kunal Patni, Executive Director and Country Head – Natural8 India, said, “2024 was a spectacular year for Natural8 India and the broader Indian poker community. Throughout the year, we saw a strong response to the various India Exclusives, which not only nurtured the country’s growing poker landscape but also connected poker enthusiasts to the broader Asian poker scene on a more consistent basis. We took 23 players to various APT events in 2024 through these India Exclusive APT events. With the Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025, we expect a similarly stellar response, especially with mega bonus on offer worth up to INR 15 lakh. Our latest India Exclusive will set the tone for the rest of the year and give poker enthusiasts and professional players across the country a chance to start 2025 on a bang!”

2024-Poker players looking to celebrate the holidays and unwrap big wins are heading to ACR Poker. The popular worldwide poker site is kicking off the festivities with its Christmas Special Multi-Day progressive knockout (PKO) tournament, starting Sunday, December 22nd.

Featuring a $55 buy-in, a $200,000 guaranteed prize pool, and a variety of flights to choose from, the Christmas Special Multi-Day PKD is designed to easily slot into any schedule, making it ideal for players looking to make the most of the holidays while competing for huge prize money and bounties.

“Our Christmas Special PKO tourney offers players a chance to dive into exciting poker action and earn big cash rewards over the festive period, all for just $55,” said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “Check out the flexible schedule of flights and compete for your share of the $200K GTD prize pool to kick start your new year.”

The first flight begins on Sunday, December 22nd at 2:05pm ET, with the final flight on Sunday, December 29th at 12:05pm ET, and Day 2 action wrapping up the tourney in a festive finale later that day at 4:05pm ET. Players who want to spice things up can also explore staking another player or selling part of their action.