The Arizona Department of Gaming has issued cease-and-desist orders against five gambling-related platforms. The state alleged they operate illegally or offer unauthorized products in the state.
The state has now sent notices to at least 24 online gambling brands that it says are operating illegally.
The latest enforcement actions target BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt Inc., and Raffle Creator.
The state’s efforts are part of a growing national trend against alleged illegal online gambling. State-sanctioned online gambling was a $27 billion market in 2025.
Possible Felonious Misconduct
In each case, the department alleged conduct potentially constituting three felonies under Arizona law: promotion of gambling, illegal control of an enterprise, and money laundering.
“Arizona is taking decisive action against illegal gambling operators that put Arizonans at risk,” Department Director Jackie Johnson said in a statement.
Johnson said the orders put operators on notice that they must stop activities that violate Arizona law.
Sports Betting and Casino Allegations
The department alleged that BetOpenly offered peer-to-peer sports betting and casino games while benefiting from customer activity through commissions.
Arizona permits certain forms of social gambling only when no third party financially benefits.
Regulators also alleged that BetOpenly offered event wagering and daily fantasy sports without the required licenses and made its services available to people younger than 21.
Bookmaker allegedly accepted wagers on sports, horse racing, and casino games without an Arizona event wagering license or advance deposit wagering provider license.
Online casino gambling is not legal in Arizona.
Poker and Prediction Platforms Targeted
Club WPT Online Poker allegedly permitted Arizona residents under 21 to enter paid online poker tournaments offering prizes.
The department also accused the platform of using deceptive “no purchase necessary” language. Online poker is not authorized in Arizona.
Kutt Inc. was directed to stop allowing Arizona users to deposit money and wager on sports, politics, pop culture, and casino-style games.
Regulators said Kutt’s operations did not qualify as lawful social gambling because the company received a financial benefit.
Separately, Arizona filed criminal charges against Kalshi.
Raffle Operator Also Receives Order
Raffle Creator allegedly facilitated raffles that failed to satisfy Arizona’s requirements for nonprofit organizations conducting lawful charitable raffles.
The department said the platform also allowed people under 21 to purchase tickets for chances to win prizes.
All five entities were ordered to immediately stop offering gambling products in Arizona through websites, mobile applications or other means, which include offshore-based operations.
The department warned that continued activity could lead to criminal charges, civil litigation, restitution for customers who lost money, and forfeiture of proceeds allegedly obtained through illegal gambling.