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New York secured an $8m settlement with VGW over allegations of illegal online sweepstakes gaming in the state. The settlement closes the legal action involving VGW's Chumba Casino, Global Poker and Luckyland Slots brands.
The settlement closes New York's legal action against VGW and includes financial penalties.
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The agreement allows New York authorities to pursue enforcement if VGW breaches its settlement obligations.
VGW’s settlement requires an $8m payment following New York’s finding that it operated unlawful online gambling platforms.
The settlement requires VGW to pay $8m and provide a redemption process for New York customers’ remaining sweeps coin balances.
Closures and tighter state access reduced the availability of US sweepstakes casinos in September.
Sweepstakes casino interest reached its highest level of 2026 despite further state restrictions and bans.
Customers must use remaining redemption access before the platform closes.