Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has filed a lawsuit seeking to shut down 16 casino-style mobile apps operated by Playtika, Aristocrat and affiliated companies, while recovering more than $225 million spent by state residents on virtual coins, chips and credits since 2020.
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has initiated legal action to close down 16 casino-themed mobile applications run by Playtika, Aristocrat, and related firms. The lawsuit aims to reclaim over $225 million that Washington state residents have used to purchase virtual coins, chips, and credits starting from 2020. The complaint states that more than 150,000 residents of Washington utilize these apps on a monthly basis.