WILLEMSTAD – An online casino that claims connections to Curaçao’s gaming licensing framework has been flagged as a high-risk scam, according to a detailed review by international casino watchdog LCB.org. The platform, helixbet.me, is being widely criticised for misrepresenting its regulatory status and operating without valid licences — including falsely suggesting approval by the Curaçao Gaming Authority.
The LCB review, published on February 9, 2026, found numerous red flags suggesting the site is unsafe for players and should be avoided. Among the most serious concerns are conflicting and misleading licence claims, inconsistent company ownership information, and evidence of fake or manipulated games.
False Licensing Linked to Curaçao
Helixbet.me’s website lists different operators and licence numbers, including claims of a licence from the Curaçao Gaming Authority and the UK Gambling Commission. However, official records show that the Curaçao licence it cites — number OGL/2024/106/0170 — was revoked in December 2025 at the operator’s request, and there is no legitimate UK Gambling Commission licence.
The site names InterStorm (Curaçao) N.V. in its footer as the licence holder with a Willemstad address, but company records indicate the entity was dissolved in November 2025 and is no longer legally active. Another company listed in the site’s terms and conditions, Long Island N.V., was deregistered in October 2024, and also cannot legally operate an online casino.
The inconsistencies have raised concern among players and regulatory observers alike, particularly because the use of a Curaçao reference may lull potential customers into believing the platform is legitimately regulated under Curaçao law.
Manipulated Games, Scam Patterns
In addition to licence issues, the watchdog’s technical analysis found that helixbet.me runs fake or unauthorised versions of games that resemble titles from well-known developers. These games show signs of tampering — such as modified code and lack of official provider connections — meaning outcomes cannot be trusted or verified.
The casino also reportedly displays unrealistic betting data and large wins, a common tactic used to create a false impression of activity and profitability. Players are then prompted to make deposits to complete “verification,” a strategy linked with scam operations where withdrawals are later blocked.
Warning for Players
LCB.org categorises helixbet.me as a high-risk casino and strongly advises players to stay away from the platform and avoid depositing funds. The review notes patterns that often precede domain shutdowns and reappearances under new names, indicating this type of operation may resurface elsewhere.
The warning adds to growing concerns in the online gaming community about rogue operators using misleading claims of regulatory approval — including references to Curaçao’s licensing bodies — to target unsuspecting players.
Authorities and players are urged to verify licence status directly with official gaming regulators and exercise caution when encountering online casinos that reference Curaçao or other jurisdictions without clear and verifiable registration.
