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Rivalry Announces Record Revenue of $12 Million in First Quarter 2023, All-Time High Betting Handle, Gross Profit
Rivalry Corp. (the “Company” or “Rivalry”) (TSXV: RVLY)(OTCQX: RVLCF) (FSE: 9VK), an internationally regulated sports betting and media company, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2023, and closing of the second tranche of its previously announced strategic financing. All dollar figures are quoted in Canadian dollars.
“Our position at the intersection of esports and entertainment continues to create operating leverage in the business and drive organic growth as seen in our most impressive quarterly results to date,” said Steven Salz, Co-Founder and CEO of Rivalry. “Rivalry’s content and brand strategy is setting the industry precedent for betting entertainment, allowing us to acquire customers profitably and engage them through authentic touchpoints without having to consistently deploy additional marketing and promotional spend for growth. And it is this approach that is generating breakthrough industry economics, user engagement, and charting a path to profitability for the Company that we are very bullish on.”
First Quarter 2023 Highlights
- Betting handle for the three-month period ended March 31, 2023 was $120.2 million, representing an all-time high in any quarter for the Company. Betting handle increased year-over year by $80.0 million or 199% from $40.2 million in Q1 2022, and sequentially by $36.2 million or 43% from the previous quarterly record of $83.9 million in Q4 2022.
- Revenue for Q1 2023 was $12.0 million, the Company’s highest-ever revenue in any quarter. Revenue increased by $7.2 million or 151% from $4.8 million in Q1 2022, and by $2.5 million or 27% over Q4 2022 revenue of $9.4 million.
- Gross profit was $5.4 million in Q1 2023, a record high for the Company representing an increase of $4.8 million from $0.7 million of gross profit in Q1 2022, and up $0.4 million or 9% from Q4 2022 gross profit of $5.0 million.
- Net loss was $3.3 million for Q1 2023, a 50% reduction from the net loss of $6.6 million in Q1 2022, and the fifth consecutive sequential decrease in net loss, highlighting a continued focus on operational efficiency.
- Material Key Performance Indicators growth was achieved despite a 5% year-over-year reduction in marketing expenses, demonstrating the effectiveness of the Company’s brand strategy and its ability to convert users profitably and drive growth independent of marketing spend.
- User registrations reached 1.5 million at the end of Q1, up 114% year-over-year, with Millennial and Gen Z consumers representing 97% of active users.
- Product and tech innovation efforts across casino and sportsbook continue to distinguish Rivalry in competitive market and drive user activity through original, engaging, and interactive online betting experience.
- Rivalry’s creator partners and owned media properties reached a total of 85 million followers, deepening organic acquisition strategy among core target audience and ability to activate customers during tentpole esports events through authentic touchpoints.
- The Company had $13.1 million of cash and no debt as at March 31, 2023.2 Subsequent to the end of the quarter, the Company raised a total of approximately $7.3 million through a non-brokered private placement announced on April 26, 2023 (the “Private Placement”).
“Building innovative products, which add to an overall unique and interactive betting experience on Rivalry, will remain a strategic focus in 2023,” Salz added. “The competitive advantage of engaging and fun products is increased user activity and satisfaction, and when combined with a profitable acquisition strategy, creates a flywheel effect in the business generating consistent organic momentum and enhancing our operational efficiency.”
Previously Announced Strategic Financing
Subsequent to the end of the first quarter, Rivalry announced a strategic financing that will enable the Company to accelerate its operational objectives and pursue strategic growth opportunities. Led by sports betting, technology, and payments stakeholders, the financing represents a validation of the Company’s unique market strategy and success among the Gen Z and Millennial demographic.
On May 5, 2023, the Company closed a first tranche of the private placement for gross proceeds of $6,916,519.50 through the issuance of 4,611,013 subordinate voting shares in the capital of the Company (“Subordinate Voting Shares”) at a price of $1.50 per Subordinate Voting Share. On May 23, 2023, the Company closed a second tranche of the Private Placement for aggregate gross proceeds of $382,498.50 through the issuance of 254,999 Subordinate Voting Shares. The Company paid finder’s fees in the amount of $19,775 in connection with the closing of the second tranche of the Private Placement. In connection with the Private Placement, the Company has issued an aggregate of 4,866,012 Subordinate Voting Shares for gross proceeds of $7,299,018. The Company expects to close an additional tranche of the Private Placement no later than June 23, 2023. All of the Subordinate Voting Shares issued in connection with the Private Placement are subject to a four-month and one day statutory hold period from the date of issuance. The Company expects to use the proceeds from the Private Placement to accelerate operational objectives and pursue strategic growth opportunities.
The Subordinate Voting Shares have not been, and will not be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act“) or any U.S. state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an available exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable U.S. state securities laws. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of the securities referenced in this press release, in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
A director of the Company subscribed for 33,333 Subordinate Voting Shares in the Private Placement and such subscription constitutes a related party transaction within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. This subscription was exempt from the formal valuation and minority approval requirements applicable to related party transactions on the basis that the value of the transaction was less than 25% of the Company’s market capitalization. A material change report in respect of the related party transaction could not be filed earlier than 21 days prior to the closing of the Private Placement due to the limited time between the commitment by the director to purchase the subject Subordinate Voting Shares and the closing of the Private Placement.
Investor Conference Call
Management will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 to discuss the Company’s first quarter 2023 financial results.
| Dial-in: | 888-886-7786 (toll free) or (+1) 416-764-8658 (local or international calls) |
| Webcast: | A live webcast can be accessed from the Events section of the Company’s website at www. rivalrycorp .com. |
A replay of the webcast will be archived on the Company’s website for one year.
Rivalry’s financial statements and management discussion and analysis for the three months ended March 31, 2023 are available on SEDAR at www. sedar. com, and on the Company’s website at www. rivalrycorp .com.
The excitement is building for G2E Las Vegas 2025, and TCSJOHNHUXLEY is proud to announce its participation, showcasing a range of revolutionary products and solutions designed to elevate the gaming industry in the Americas. The team will be located at a new space on Booth #4439 in The Venetian Expo, Las Vegas from October 7-9, 2025.
G2E 2025 marks a pivotal moment as TCSJOHNHUXLEY presents a comprehensive portfolio of innovations. A major highlight will be the highly anticipated US debut of the A Plus Shuffler®, the company’s automated card shuffling machine designed to dramatically increase game speed and enhance security on the casino floor. Visitors will have the opportunity to see this advanced shuffler in action, demonstrating its ability to deliver a continuous, rapid supply of perfectly shuffled cards. The A Plus Shuffler®’s untraceable shuffling process strengthens game integrity and security, while its versatile design allows it to accommodate 1 to 8 decks with interchangeable shoes for both Poker and Blackjack.
Attendees can also see new developments across its wider portfolio. A particular highlight will be the groundbreaking Ora Blackjack Vue Display Controller, a revolutionary technology that is unlike anything else on the market. This display, which is the Blackjack equivalent of its popular Baccarat and Roulette displays, utilises advanced camera recognition for automatic card entry. It provides players with real-time data such as dealer hand history, live dealer odds, and historical statistics, making the game more accessible and enjoyable for everyone from novices to seasoned pros. The company will also be presenting the Supernova Progressive Jackpot System, TCSJOHNHUXLEY’s unique customisable platform that adds excitement to any live table game, and significant software updates to the popular digital game wheel Lumin8, which features an enhanced interface and new capabilities such as Promotion Mode and a bonus game sub-mode.
In addition to these new products and developments, TCSJOHNHUXLEY will be demonstrating its full range of market-leading solutions. This includes the Chipper Champ 3, the industry-standard for automated chip sorting known for its speed, accuracy, and reliability. For Roulette, the company will showcase its world-renowned solutions, including SaturnTM Velocity Auto Roulette wheel that delivers faster game speeds setting a new industry standard for speed and efficiency as well manual SaturnTM Roulette Wheels and the popular game Roulette Xtra. This game incorporates the company’s patented Blaze LED Surface Technology, which displays eye-catching animations and highlights winning numbers, adding a thrilling random multiplier bet of up to 500 to 1. The company will also present the next generation of its electronic gaming terminals, Qorex 2 with a suite of impressive new features.
The showcase of TCSJOHNHUXLEY’s world-class core product range will underscore the company’s renowned manufacturing expertise. From the precision of its globally recognised Roulette wheels and the superior craftsmanship of its Gaming Tables to the reliability of its Dice Shakers, visitors will witness firsthand the quality and dedication that define TCSJOHNHUXLEY products. This comprehensive portfolio demonstrates the company’s ability to create an end-to-end solution for all live game requirements.
Phil Lee, TCSJOHNHUXLEY Chief Financial Officer & Managing Director Americas comments, “This year’s G2E is a pivotal moment for us as we showcase our unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence. We are bringing some of our most significant innovations yet to the Americas market, underscoring our long-term commitment to our customers in the region. G2E provides the perfect platform to demonstrate how we are not just keeping pace with the industry but actively shaping its future. Our team are looking forward to discussing how our new solutions can directly address business challenges and drive growth.”
To secure your free pass and to learn more, please visit please visit tcsjohnhxuley.com and be sure to visit Booth #4439 where the TCSJOHNHUXLEY team look forward to welcoming you.
EveryMatrix has agreed its largest ever global casino aggregation deal supplying bet365 with both its own exclusive content and titles from more than 40 premium games providers.
SlotMatrix, part of the EveryMatrix Group, is the largest aggregation platform in the world with more than 37,000 games from 350+ global suppliers including the Group’s own, Armadillo and Fantasma Studios.
It will offer bet365 more than 40 vendors across multiple regulated markets including the UK, Germany, the Netherlands and Mexico with further territories slated for future release.
The business unit was further bolstered in 2024 by the acquisition of Fantasma Games and, earlier this year, by a new management team focused on accelerating aggregation and content services expansion across both existing and new regulated markets.
This includes Mark Hothersall, Head of Business Development and Carl Gatt Baldacchino, Head of Account Management, both previously from Evolution Gaming.
They are responsible for driving forward the commercial success of SlotMatrix by accelerating the unit’s in-house games development, continually strengthening its third-party content offering and ensuring SlotMatrix provides exceptional customer service.
Ebbe Groes, Group CEO & Co-Founder EveryMatrix, said: “Today is very significant for the Group highlighting both just how much of a ‘must-have’ product SlotMatrix is for tier-1 brands across multiple markets and how far ahead it is compared to its rivals.
“We’re thrilled such a world-renowned brand such as bet365 has put their faith in us to drive their content strategy. SlotMatrix has truly come of age and, with an increased focus on ramping up our own games development and attracting even more premium vendors to the platform there really is no ceiling as to how far it can go.”
A bet365 spokesperson, added: “We are thrilled to partner with EveryMatrix. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in our commitment to providing exceptional products to our customers.”
Slot Games has unveiled its latest promotion, the Daily Wheel, a feature that gives players one daily free spin every 24 hours. Each spin provides the chance to win free spins on well-known slot titles, adding an extra layer of entertainment to the daily player experience.
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The management team at Slot Games explained:
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All free spins awarded are credited as bonus funds. Wagering requirements of 65x apply, and winnings are capped at a conversion equal to a player’s lifetime deposits up to a maximum of £250. Full details are outlined within the terms and conditions.
Daily rewards like the Daily Wheel represent an important trend in digital gaming. Features that encourage regular logins are proven to improve engagement, creating a steady connection between players and platforms. Slot Games has recognised this and designed the Daily Wheel as a clear, easy-to-use feature that requires no deposit.
The platform itself remains focused on balancing player enjoyment with regulatory compliance. Operating under the UK Gambling Commission, Slot Games ensures that all bonuses, promotions, and mechanics align with industry standards. By combining compliance with innovation, the team aims to set Slot Games apart in a competitive market.
Alongside the Daily Wheel, Slot Games continues to expand its offering of slot titles and casino classics, partnering with top developers to deliver fresh content. The launch of this feature adds to the promotional mix, strengthening Slot Games’ appeal among both new sign-ups and long-time users.
The management team added:
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The Daily Wheel is now live at SlotGames.co.uk, with one free spin available per player each day.
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