Arizona regulators say they are still weighing whether to act against the sweepstakes operator.
The hit
VGW, the company behind Chumba Casino, Global Poker & Luckyland Slots, has reportedly kept operating in Arizona nearly two years after the state ordered it to stop, according to an Arizona Republic investigation. No civil or criminal action has followed.
Why it matters
For bettors, the case shows how slowly US states can move against offshore sweepstakes operators even after declaring their products illegal. VGW disputes that its dual-currency model counts as gambling. The standoff matters beyond Arizona, as several states have already banned sweepstakes casinos & others pursue legal action against the wider sector.
The record
| Cease-&-desist order issued | November 2024 (Arizona Department of Gaming) |
|---|---|
| Time operating after order | nearly 2 years (Arizona Republic) |
| Reported lobbying spend | roughly $350,000, across the USA (reported) |
| Regulator stance | activities still deemed illegal (Jessica Roza, Arizona Department of Gaming) |
What happens next
Watch for any formal enforcement move by the Arizona Department of Gaming against VGW’s overseas-based operation.
Sources: VGW Faces Fresh Accusations in Arizona
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