First reported by Forbes, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) told the Australian-based firm on March 12 that its sweepstakes casinos Chumba Casino and LuckyLand Slots are operating online gaming activities in the state “without the legal authority to do so”.
“The commission has no record of VGW being issued a sports wagering license, a casino gaming license, or registration as a fantasy competition operator,” said the regulator, which also stressed that only sports wagering and fantasy competition are permitted in Maryland.
VGW has been given until 27 March to leave the state. If the VGW believes it is operating the two brands lawfully, the MLGCA has stated it must provide “any legal analysis or opinion interpreting Maryland law that concludes, advises, or suggests that VGW may legally offer sports wagering,..
