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Gaming
Travel and Tourism
51 - 200 employees
Series A

Jackpot.com is modernizing the way Americans play the lottery. Jackpot.com brings verified, official state lottery tickets online by leveraging its digital platform to give customers the ability to play right from your phone, tablet, or desktop. Jackpot.com has invested significantly in responsible gaming safeguards, with default spending limits and other features built in throughout the experience, which earned them a certification from the National Council on Problem Gaming. To learn more, visit jackpot.com or download the iOS or Android app.

SharpRank
SharpRank
5 jobs
Data and Analytics
Gaming
Sports
1 - 10 employees

SharpRank is the sports betting industry's independent ratings agency and leveraging a proprietary, cross-sport, normalized, and ever evolving algorithm, SharpRank generates performance rankings, providing easily digestible data and metrics for the fans. SharpRank partners with media outlets, content providers, predictive analytics machines, sports bettors, sports books, and others; consolidating, verifying, and validating sports picks. Once picks are made and collected, the data set is audited for accuracy and entered into their proprietary algorithm. The B2C mobile application enables an interactive mesh point for the public and experts to interact in a credible, validated platform. As a data company, SharpRank licenses their APIs to partners to bolster their content, increase their credibility, and drive audience and subscriptions.

Gaming
Sports
1 - 10 employees
Seed

Sharp Sports provides a B2B infrastructure for the sports betting ecosystem, enabling seamless integration with users' sportsbook accounts. Their API offers features like automatic bet tracking, personalized content delivery, and bet sharing, which enhance the betting experience for users. With a focus on data security and compliance, Sharp Sports differentiates itself by providing a simple, embeddable solution that caters to various sports and bet types. The company has reported significant traction, including a 59% uplift in user retention for clients utilizing their book sync feature, positioning them as a key player in the emerging sports betting market.

Data and Analytics
DeepTech
Gaming
Media
Software
Travel and Tourism
11 - 50 employees
Series A

Future Anthem is the market leader in Game Data Science. We use machine learning to provide actionable intelligence to help our customers grow responsibly with measurable improvements that enhance the player experience for everyone.

Gaming
Sports
11 - 50 employees
Series A

Kero Sports is a micro betting provider that partners with over 180 sportsbook operators, broadcasters, and major league teams to enhance engagement, retention, and profitability through innovative in-game betting solutions. Their unique approach leverages algorithmic curation to maximize entertainment value, positioning them as a disruptive force in the sports betting industry. With a growing share of in-play handle at 5% and an 8% hold across major sports, Kero is set to launch in the NFL in Q3 2024, indicating strong market traction and potential for further growth.

Advertising
Media
11 - 50 employees
Seed

Almost Friday is a media company that manages well-known social media accounts. It started as a collection of Instagram accounts that quickly grew in popularity as a relatable voice in weekend culture, sports, music, and character-driven comedy. Today, their network has over 3.5 million followers and delivers hundreds of millions of monthly impressions across a family of brands that includes Friday Beers, Almost Friday, Dr. Locks, Country Club Adjacent, DJ Press Play, Commence Suckdown, and Entrapranure.

Our mission is to help sports fans level up their knowledge about sports betting. Learn to enjoy sports in a whole new way as we simplify the language and the strategies behind sports wagering.

Advertising
Data and Analytics
Internet Services
Media
Software
Sports
1 - 10 employees
Seed

Snap Odds is a technology company that transforms how viewers engage with live sports by using mobile camera recognition to identify events on TV and streaming platforms. This innovative solution, likened to 'Shazam for sports betting', allows users to snap a game and instantly access live odds, promotions, and betting options. Their B2B products cater to sportsbooks, affiliates, and sports media, providing a unique integration that enhances user experience and drives affiliate revenue. With a focus on accuracy and speed, Snap Odds positions itself as a leader in the sports betting technology space, supported by partnerships and a strong market presence.

Gaming
Media
1 - 10 employees

Big Brain Games offers a competitive gaming platform where players can participate in various trivia games and tournaments for real money. The business model allows users to play for free or pay a small entry fee to compete for cash prizes, creating an engaging experience that combines fun and financial incentives. With a variety of game types and regular updates, Big Brain differentiates itself by providing a secure and organized environment for players, ensuring quick payouts and a fair gaming experience. The platform is designed to attract trivia enthusiasts and casual gamers alike, positioning itself strongly in the online gaming market.

Blockchain and Crypto
Data and Analytics
Finance
Gaming
Software
1 - 10 employees
Pre Seed

VicTree is an analytics platform enabling web3 gamers to consistently make more timely and educated decisions with their in-game assets. VicTree started as a group of web3 gamers who felt the pain of losing time and money by not having a central platform to analyze and comprehend our portfolio - so we built our own. The platform provides a gamer-tailored user interface and experience that includes a portfolio management view with accurate prices (utilizing our proprietary pricing algorithms), and then issues customized alerts and signals so you stay updated in real-time and know when to take action. Game economy KPIs and metrics, exclusive content, news, and discovery are provided in an approachable and digestible format so users can further contextualize their assets and drive their web3 gaming journey forward. VicTree is the ultimate companion for blockchain gamers. Confidently get back to what is important - gaming!

Gaming
11 - 50 employees
Seed

Golden Hearts Games Inc. operates a free-to-play casino platform offering a variety of online casino-style games, including slots and bingo. The company differentiates itself by allowing players to win prizes without any purchase necessary, utilizing a unique system of Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins. With a focus on community engagement, players can redeem their Sweeps Coins for prizes, creating a fun and rewarding gaming experience. The platform is designed to attract a wide audience, including casual gamers and those interested in online gambling, positioning itself strongly in the competitive online gaming market.

Finance
Gaming
Software
Sports
Travel and Tourism
11 - 50 employees
Series A

Prophet Exchange is a national sports exchange platform that allows users to set their own odds or accept existing ones, providing better odds compared to traditional sportsbooks. The platform operates by removing the house, enabling users to compete against each other, which enhances liquidity and pricing. Prophet Exchange generates revenue through a 3% payout adjustment on net winnings. With a user-friendly interface available on both web and mobile, it aims to revolutionize sports betting in the United States, attracting a wide user base across various states.