New York City Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against Casino Operator Blazesoft
Rewritten Article:
Sweepstakes Casinos Under Fire: A New York Class-Action Lawsuit Targets Blazesoft
It's game on for Blazesoft, the company behind popular sweepstakes casinos like Fortune Coins, Zula Casino, and Sportzino, as they face a heated class-action lawsuit in the Empire State. The plaintiff accuses these internet gambling spots of breaking New York's gambling laws and consumer protection rules.
Gold Coins and Winning Big Bucks
At the heart of the dispute is a two-coin system, where gamers can buy Gold Coins for real cash with no monetary value, then rake in Sweepstakes Coins, or Fortune Coins, which can be exchanged for hard-earned dough. Critics assert that this setup masks illegal gambling activities rather than adhering to the innocent nature of sweepstakes.
The Long Arm of the Law
Beyond the dual-currency system, the lawsuit points fingers at Blazesoft's deceptive social media advertising. These ads often showcase big payouts and enticing images, leading unsuspecting users to believe they'll strike it rich. Additionally, the lawsuit alleges that Blazesoft flouts New York's 21-year-old gambling age minimum by allowing underage players to enter their virtual casinos.
Sweetening the Pot
The complaint urges class-action status, meaning consumers who dropped cash on these sweepstakes casinos would receive refunds and the operations would be temporarily halted. This legal action comes hot on the heels of similar crackdowns on sweepstakes casino operators across the nation.
The Fine Print
According to research, Blazesoft's use of a dual-currency system in their sweepstakes casinos has drawn skepticism. Critics argue that this model edges into the realm of real-money gambling, bypassing New York's gambling laws that require 21-year-old gamblers and tighter oversight of gambling activities[1][2][3][5]. No court has made a definitive ruling on the legality of Blazesoft's operations in New York, but the ongoing lawsuit points to rising legal challenges to such dual-currency systems. The lawsuit serves as a wake-up call to online sweepstakes and gaming platforms, sounding a warning about dubious practices[3][4].
- The class-action lawsuit against Blazesoft, operators of casinos like Fortune Coins, Zula Casino, and Sportzino, alleges that their gambling trends, which involve a dual-currency system and social media advertising with enticing images, violate New York's gambling laws and consumer protection rules.
- The complaint against Blazesoft also accuses them of allowing underage players to participate in their casino-games and lotteries, which goes against New York's 21-year-old gambling age minimum.
- If the class-action lawsuit is successful, it could result in refunds for consumers who have spent real money on Blazesoft's casino-and-gambling sites and a temporary halt in their operations, reflecting a growing trend of legal challenges to gambling operators using dual-currency systems.
- The ongoing lawsuit against Blazesoft serves as a warning to other online sweepstakes and gaming platforms about the potential legal risks associated with using questionable practices and ignoring gambling trends that may blur the line between sweepstakes and real-money gambling.
