Louisiana Regulators Tell Bovada to Immediately Cease Services in State

Bovada may not be long for the Big Easy.

The Gaming Control Board (LGCB) sent the offshore, unregulated sports betting and iGaming operator a cease-and-desist notice on Tuesday, Aug. 6. The notice demands Bovada immediately cease its services in the state.

Christopher B. Hebert, chairman of the LGCB, told Sports Betting Dime that the company has yet to receive the notice.

Bovada May Leave State

The certified notice was sent to Harp Media B.V., the parent company of Bovada, which operates in Willemstad, Curaçao.

Bovada is allowing Louisiana residents and/or persons located in the state of Louisiana to place wagers via mobile application and internet websites with online casino services which include sportsbook, iGaming, table games slots, live dealer, …