Nasdaq:LTRY
Lottery.com Announces Strong Third Quarter Results and Year-to-Date Revenue Increase of $42.8 Million Over Prior-Year Period
Third quarter 2021 revenue of $32.2 million and net income of $11.2 million
Strong growth in user transaction profitability
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lottery.com Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRY, LTRYW) (“Lottery.com” or the “Company”), a leading technology company that is transforming how, where and when lottery is played, reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021. These results were achieved prior to the closing of the Company’s business combination with Trident Acquisitions Corp. on October 29, 2021. The Company’s unaudited financial statements for the third quarter of 2021 and other information have been filed in a Current Report on Form 8-K/A today with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).
Tony DiMatteo, Lottery.com Co-Founder and CEO, commented, “We are proud of the strong revenue and profitability growth we achieved in the third quarter. While we were working toward the completion of our business combination, we acted decisively to advance our plans for our global affiliate program and monetize one of our assets by leveraging a B2B partner relationship. The start of this program provided increased revenue in the third quarter and is an essential building block of our B2B2C strategy, which we expect will lead to an increased user base and additional revenue from those end users going forward. Additionally, the implementation of a dynamic pricing model and improvements to our app, such as push notifications, contributed to strong growth in gross profit per transaction compared to the prior year period.”
Mr. DiMatteo continued, “Now that we have successfully completed our business combination, we are focused on utilizing the proceeds we realized from the transaction, along with our third quarter profits, to accelerate our targeted user marketing campaigns, enter new markets, expand our product offerings, and execute strategic and synergistic acquisitions. With our low customer acquisition costs, large addressable markets and leading brands, we look forward to realizing the profitable growth opportunities before us.”
Third Quarter 2021 Results
| Q3 2021 Financial Highlights | Three Months Ended | ||||||||||||
| September 30, | |||||||||||||
| 2021 | 2020 | Change | |||||||||||
| (in millions, except percentages; unaudited) | |||||||||||||
| Revenues | $ | 32.2 | $ | 1.6 | $ | 30.6 | |||||||
| Gross Profit | $ | 20.3 | $ | 0.9 | $ | 19.4 | |||||||
| Gross Margin | 63.0 | % | 54.9 | % | 8.1 | % | |||||||
| Net Income | $ | 11.2 | $ | (1.2 | ) | $ | 12.3 | ||||||
| Q3 2021 User Metrics (1) | |
Three Months Ended | |||||||||||
| September 30, | |||||||||||||
| 2021 | 2020 | Change | |||||||||||
| Transactions per user | 12.4 | 11.2 | 1.2 | ||||||||||
| Tickets per transaction | 3.8 | 3.5 | 0.3 | ||||||||||
| Revenue per transaction | $ | 9.52 | $ | 8.20 | $ | 1.32 | |||||||
| Gross profit per transaction | $ | 1.69 | $ | 0.93 | $ | 0.76 | |||||||
| Gross margin per transaction | 17.8 | % | 11.3 | % | 6.4 | % | |||||||
| (1) Excludes B2B users who made purchases through an affiliate or API partner | |||||||||||||
Third quarter 2021 revenue was $32.2 million, an increase of $30.6 million from the third quarter of 2020. The growth was driven by the global affiliate marketing program.
Third quarter 2021 gross profit was $20.3 million, an increase of $19.4 million from the third quarter of 2020. The increase was driven by the global affiliate marketing program as well as improved user profitability.
Third quarter 2021 gross profit per transaction was $1.69, or a $0.76 increase from the third quarter of 2020. The increase was driven by the implementation of a dynamic pricing model and improvements made to the Company’s platform, including push notifications, which contributed to higher tickets sold per transaction and higher revenue per transaction.
Third quarter 2021 net income was $11.2 million, compared to a net loss of $1.2 million in the third quarter of 2020. The improvement was driven by the increase in gross profit partially offset by expenses associated with the business combination.
Outlook and Update Following Business Combination
The Company expects to meet or exceed its previous guidance of $71 million for full year 2021 revenue.
On October 29, 2021, the Company successfully completed its business combination with Trident Acquisitions Corp. As a result of the transaction, Lottery.com received $42.8 million in net proceeds and converted $60 million of debt and accrued interest into equity. Following the completion of the business combination, the Company’s top strategic priorities include:
- Continuing development of Project Nexus’ blockchain-based gaming platform and launch of its first proprietary lottery game in 2022;
- Initiating new targeted marketing campaigns to broaden its B2C user base;
- Entering new markets in both the U.S. and internationally by the end of 2021 and entering New York and New Jersey in 2022;
- Developing and continually introducing new products to the Lottery.com platform, including additional state-specific games and digital scratcher games;
- Adding new affiliates and API partners to the Company’s B2B segment; and
- Executing on strategic and synergistic acquisitions, including those that will drive the Sports.com platform.
About Lottery.com
Lottery.com is a leading technology company that is transforming how, where and when lottery is played. Its engaging mobile and online platforms enable players and commercial partners located in the United States and internationally to remotely purchase legally sanctioned lottery games. Fans and subscribers look to Lottery.com for compelling, real-time results on more than 800 lottery games from more than 40 countries. Additionally, through WinTogether.org, Lottery.com is fundamentally changing how non-profit donors are incentivized to action by gamifying charitable giving. In all that it does, Lottery.com’s mission remains the same: an uncompromising passion to innovate, grow a new demographic of enthusiasts, deliver responsible and trusted solutions, and promote community and philanthropic initiatives. For more information, visit http://www.lottery.com.
Important Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this press release, regarding the company’s future financial performance, as well as the company’s strategy, future operations, revenue guidance, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. When used in this press release, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, Lottery.com disclaims any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release. Lottery.com cautions you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of Lottery.com. In addition, Lottery.com cautions you that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are subject to the following factors: (i) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Lottery.com; (ii) Lottery.com’s ability to maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting, including the remediation of identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting relating to segregation of duties with respect to, and access controls to, its financial record keeping system, and Lottery.com’s accounting staffing levels; (iii) the effects of competition on Lottery.com’s future business; (iv) risks related to Lottery.com’s dependence on its intellectual property and the risk that Lottery.com’s technology could have undetected defects or errors; (v) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (vi) risks related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its effect directly on Lottery.com and the economy generally; (vii) risks relating to privacy and data protection laws, privacy or data breaches, or the loss of data; (viii) the possibility that Lottery.com may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (ix) the ability of Lottery.com to achieve its strategic and growth objectives as stated or at all; and (x) those factors discussed in the proxy statement/prospectus filed by Lottery.com with the SEC under the heading “Risk Factors” and the other documents filed, or to be filed, by Lottery.com with the SEC. Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described in this press release materialize or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact the operations and projections discussed herein can be found in the reports that Lottery.com has filed and will file from time to time with the SEC. These SEC filings are available publicly on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.
AutoLotto, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
| As of September 30, | As of December 31, | |||||||
| 2021 | 2020 | |||||||
| (unaudited) | ||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||
| Cash | $ | 1,179,467 | $ | 3,825,511 | ||||
| Restricted cash | – | 6,950,000 | ||||||
| Accounts receivable | 33,072,278 | 26,195 | ||||||
| Prepaid expenses | 10,815,458 | 22,013,110 | ||||||
| Other current assets | 238,627 | 788,033 | ||||||
| Total current assets | 45,305,830 | 33,602,849 | ||||||
| Investments | 250,000 | 250,000 | ||||||
| Goodwill | 17,937,691 | 12,997,048 | ||||||
| Intangible assets, net | 27,820,753 | 3,211,250 | ||||||
| Property and equipment, net | 1,297,885 | 670,952 | ||||||
| Total assets | $ | 92,612,159 | $ | 50,732,099 | ||||
| Liabilities | ||||||||
| Trade payables | $ | 2,986,762 | $ | 2,176,621 | ||||
| Deferred revenue | 598,214 | 7,763,593 | ||||||
| Convertible debt, net – current | 8,912,163 | 8,882,665 | ||||||
| Notes payable – current | 4,077,982 | 12,207,180 | ||||||
| Accrued interest | 3,435,111 | 721,717 | ||||||
| Accrued and other expenses | 4,992,522 | 2,335,350 | ||||||
| Total current liabilities | 25,002,754 | 34,087,126 | ||||||
| Convertible debt, net – non current | 31,569,218 | 10,000 | ||||||
| Other long term liabilities | 1,600,000 | – | ||||||
| Total liabilities | 58,171,972 | 34,097,126 | ||||||
| Stockholders’ Equity | ||||||||
| Controlling Interest | ||||||||
| Common stock | 5,912 | 5,159 | ||||||
| Par value $.001, 8,610,000 shares authorized, 5,910,980 and 5,158,607 issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 respectively | ||||||||
| Preferred stock – series seed | 63 | 63 | ||||||
| Par value $.0001, 633,000 shares authorized, 633,000 issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 respectively | ||||||||
| Preferred stock – series A | 122 | 122 | ||||||
| Par value $.0001, 1,220,000 shares authorized, 1,220,000 issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 respectively | ||||||||
| Preferred stock – series A1 | 22 | 22 | ||||||
| Par value $.0001, 225,000 shares authorized, 223,749 issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 respectively | ||||||||
| Preferred stock – series A2 | 30 | 30 | ||||||
| Par value $.0001, 305,000 shares authorized, 302,668 issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 respectively | ||||||||
| Additional paid-in capital | 123,368,737 | 111,770,147 | ||||||
| Accumulated deficit | (91,577,868 | ) | (95,140,570 | ) | ||||
| Total AutoLotto Inc. stockholder’s equity | 31,797,018 | 16,634,973 | ||||||
| Noncontrolling Interest | 2,643,169 | – | ||||||
| Total Stockholders’ Equity | 34,440,187 | 16,634,973 | ||||||
| Total Liabilities & Stockholders’ Equity | $ | 92,612,159 | $ | 50,732,099 | ||||
AutoLotto, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
Three Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 and Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2021 and 2020
| Three Months Ended September 30, |
Nine Months Ended September 30, |
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| 2021 | 2020 | 2021 | 2020 | |||||||||||||
| (unaudited) | (unaudited) | |||||||||||||||
| Revenue | $ | 32,248,036 | $ | 1,602,916 | $ | 47,035,327 | $ | 4,197,314 | ||||||||
| Cost of revenue | 11,920,721 | 722,363 | 15,925,072 | 1,770,885 | ||||||||||||
| Gross profit | 20,327,315 | 880,554 | 31,110,255 | 2,426,429 | ||||||||||||
| Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||||||
| Personnel costs | 1,614,063 | 974,139 | 4,138,240 | 2,975,464 | ||||||||||||
| Professional fees | 976,679 | 182,502 | 5,174,378 | 638,878 | ||||||||||||
| General and administration | 1,085,431 | 163,691 | 4,355,760 | 593,380 | ||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 1,530,026 | 355,671 | 2,904,000 | 1,065,490 | ||||||||||||
| Total operating expenses | 5,206,199 | 1,676,004 | 16,572,378 | 5,273,211 | ||||||||||||
| Income (loss) from operations | 15,121,116 | (795,450 | ) | 14,537,877 | (2,846,782 | ) | ||||||||||
| Other expenses | ||||||||||||||||
| Interest expense | 3,789,316 | 296,517 | 9,318,638 | 881,553 | ||||||||||||
| Other expense | 178,952 | 68,218 | 1,656,540 | 416,858 | ||||||||||||
| Total other expenses, net | 3,968,268 | 364,735 | 10,975,178 | 1,298,411 | ||||||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 11,152,848 | $ | (1,160,185 | ) | $ | 3,562,699 | $ | (4,145,193 | ) | ||||||
| Net income (loss) per common share | ||||||||||||||||
| Basic | $ | 1.89 | $ | (0.22 | ) | $ | 0.64 | $ | (0.80 | ) | ||||||
| Diluted | $ | 0.24 | $ | (0.22 | ) | $ | 0.08 | $ | (0.80 | ) | ||||||
| Weighted average common shares outstanding | ||||||||||||||||
| Basic | 5,900,980 | 5,158,607 | 5,534,794 | 5,158,607 | ||||||||||||
| Diluted | 45,956,427 | 5,158,607 | 45,590,241 | 5,158,607 | ||||||||||||
AutoLotto, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
| Nine Months Ended September 30, |
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| 2021 | 2020 | |||||||
| (unaudited) | ||||||||
| Cash flow from operating activities | ||||||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 3,562,698 | $ | (4,145,193 | ) | |||
| Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: | ||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 2,904,000 | 1,065,490 | ||||||
| Amortization of debt discount | 2,296,747 | 126,096 | ||||||
| Amortization of beneficial conversion feature | 4,191,530 | 494,639 | ||||||
| Stock based compensation expense | 6,479 | 13,872 | ||||||
| Forgiveness of PPP Loan | (493,225 | ) | – | |||||
| Loss on extinguishment of debt | 71,174 | – | ||||||
| Issuance of debt to pay expenses | 1,003,983 | – | ||||||
| Changes in assets & liabilities: | ||||||||
| Accounts receivable | (33,046,083 | ) | 1,625 | |||||
| Prepaid expenses | 11,202,143 | 103,253 | ||||||
| Other current assets | 561,321 | (23,975 | ) | |||||
| Trade payables | 808,670 | (391,352 | ) | |||||
| Deferred revenue | (7,165,379 | ) | 578,759 | |||||
| Accrued interest | 2,758,009 | 260,818 | ||||||
| Accrued and other expenses | 3,979,552 | 399,445 | ||||||
| Net cash used in operating activities | (7,358,379 | ) | (1,516,522 | ) | ||||
| Cash flow from investing activities | ||||||||
| Purchases of property and equipment | (1,097,993 | ) | (21,915 | ) | ||||
| Purchases of intangible assets | (3,000,000 | ) | – | |||||
| Cash paid for acquisitions, net of cash acquired | (10,012,540 | ) | – | |||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (14,110,533 | ) | (21,915 | ) | ||||
| Cash flow from financing activities | ||||||||
| Issuance of digital securities | 108,332 | 487,494 | ||||||
| Proceeds from exercise of options | 47,130 | – | ||||||
| Proceeds from issuance of convertible debt | 13,483,500 | 365,000 | ||||||
| Proceeds from government loan | – | 643,125 | ||||||
| Proceeds from issuance of notes payable | – | 27,699 | ||||||
| Principal payments on notes payable | (1,766,093 | ) | (44,148 | ) | ||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | 11,872,869 | 1,479,170 | ||||||
| Net change in net cash and restricted cash | (9,596,044 | ) | (59,266 | ) | ||||
| Cash at beginning of period | 10,775,511 | 158,492 | ||||||
| Cash at end of period | $ | 1,179,467 | $ | 99,226 | ||||
| SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES: | ||||||||
| Interest paid in cash | $ | 40,916 | $ | – | ||||
| Non cash investing and financing activities | ||||||||
| Conversion of convertible debt into common stock | $ | 935,000 | $ | – | ||||
| Capitalization of interest from loan extinguishment | $ | 44,614 | – | |||||
| Purchase of intangible assets through the issuance of convertible debt | $ | 15,450,000 | $ | – | ||||
| Issuance of convertible debt in exchange for outstanding liabilities | $ | 2,108,983 | $ | – | ||||
| Issuance of convertible debt in exchange for notes payable | $ | 4,531,250 | ||||||
| Common stock issued as part of acquisition | $ | 459,691 | $ | – | ||||
Lottery.com Contact:
Matthew Schlarb
VP, Investor Relations
(512) 585-7789
[email protected]
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Sebastian Murray Makes INDY NXT Grand Prix Doubleheader Debut
INDIANAPOLIS, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lottery.com Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRY, LTRYW) announces that Scottish driver Sebastian Murray is set to make his Indianapolis Grand Prix race debut this weekend, piloting the No. 2 Dream Racing Dubai Dallara for Andretti Cape in Rounds 3 and 4 of the 2025 INDY NXT by Firestone championship at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. As part of his full-season partnership, Lottery.com and Sports.com will continue their bold branding campaign across the car and driver apparel.
Meet the Driver:
- Seb Murray is a rising Scottish driver representing Andretti Cape in INDY NXT by Firestone.
- His first experience in an INDY NXT car was at the Chris Griffis Memorial Test in Fall 2024, where he finished Sessions 3 and 4 just outside of the top 10.
- This weekend marks his first official Grand Prix race weekend at the world-famous speedway.
Indianapolis Grand Prix – Weekend Format (Rounds 3 & 4 of 14):
- Track Type: Road Course
- Track Length: 2.439 miles
- Turns: 14
- Laps: 35 laps per race
- Race Day: Saturday, May 10 (Doubleheader)
- Watch Live: www.indycarlive.com
Murray’s Andretti Cape entry will continue to feature Lottery.com on the rear wing and Sports.com on the nose cone, along with branded overalls. The car’s striking red-and-black appearance made an impression at Barber Motorsports Park and returns to the grid this weekend.
“I’m really excited to be racing at Indianapolis this weekend,” said Sebastian Murray. “This is one of the most iconic circuits in the world, and to be driving for Andretti Cape here with the support of Lottery.com and Sports.com is a huge moment for me. Barber gave us a lot to build on, and I’m aiming to come out strong across both races. It’s a big stage, and I’m ready to take another step forward.”
“We’re looking forward to seeing Sebastian return to the track at Indy — the heart of American motorsport,” said Marc Bircham, Sports.com Director and Head of Sporting Acquisitions. “He showed exceptional control and pace at Barber. Indianapolis will be the perfect proving ground for his continued rise this season.”
“We’re all excited to see Sebastian race at the mighty Indianapolis,” said Matthew McGahan, Chairman and CEO of Lottery.com. “Off the back of an extraordinary weekend for Lottery.com and Sports.com at the Miami Grand Prix, and our announcements of the acquisitions of Concerts.com and TicketStub.com, this is a great way to finish the week. The entire Lottery.com and Sports.com team is behind Seb Murray and we’re wishing him a successful debut weekend at the illustrious Indianapolis Motor Speedway.”
About Lottery.com Inc.
The Lottery.com Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRY, LTRYW) family of brands — including Sports.com, Concerts.com, and TicketStub.com, comprise a unified ecosystem that integrates gaming, entertainment, and sports. Follow the Company on X, Instagram and Facebook.
About Sebastian Murray
Scottish driver Seb Murray drives for Andretti Cape for the 2025 INDY NXT by Firestone season as a rookie. The 17-year-old began his racing career in karting, where he competed in the IAME Series UAE from 2017-2023 and the IAME Euro Series from 2021-2022. Murray made his car racing debut in 2022 at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Formula 4 UAE Trophy Round, where he earned two top-10 finishes. In 2023, he raced the full F4 UAE Trophy round with a best finish of 13th and in 2024 scored a top-five finish. He continued to the GB3 Championship where he scored a best finish of seventh in 24 starts. Follow Murray on Instagram and TikTok.
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Lottery.com Expands Its Global Footprint in Live Entertainment with $10M Acquisition of Concerts.com and TicketStub.com
The Future of Ticketing, Streaming, and Events — Live Now and Ready to Scale
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lottery.com Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRY, LTRYW), a leading technology company transforming the intersection of gaming, sports, and entertainment, today announced that it has signed a Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to acquire a majority stake in DotCom Ventures Inc., a Nevada corporation (“DVI”), together with the premium domain assets Concerts.com and TicketStub.com, in a transaction valued at $10 million.
This strategic investment will form the third foundational pillar of Lottery.com’s expanding platform — standing alongside Sports.com and Lottery.com as part of a vertically integrated, multi-channel entertainment business. Together, these brands will create the concrete base of a next-generation ecosystem designed to unify content, commerce, and live experiences under a single global strategy. Concerts.com and TicketStub.com are live, operational, and built for scale — delivering real value and revenue potential from day one. The platforms feature:
- Verified ticket inventory only — no speculative listings
- Transparent, fan-first pricing with no hidden fees
- Event inventory consisting of sports, concerts, comedy, esports, and festivals
Acquisition Key Highlights
- $10M investment includes Concerts.com, TicketStub.com, and 51% of DVI
- Live and operational platforms already serving real ticket demand
- Best-in-class access to verified, non-speculative secondary ticket inventory
- No hidden fees and highly competitive pricing model
- Direct integration with Sports.com’s live streaming infrastructure
- Dual-brand strategy: Concerts.com (premium events) + TicketStub.com (broad fan utility)
- Positioned to be the go-to destination for live event discovery and commerce
- Revenue-ready infrastructure supporting rapid monetization
- Original content to be created by Sports.com Studios for both platforms
Matthew McGahan, CEO of Lottery.com and Sports.com said,
“While Concerts.com and Sports.com are hallmark media brands, we intend to make TicketStub.com the trusted ticketing site for fans of all live entertainment. Concerts.com is the perfect third vertical for our business. It will become the ticketing engine for Sports.com — giving us a unified commerce and content strategy around everything from sports to festivals to immersive experiences.”
Strategic $10 Million Investment Demonstrates Long-Term Vision
Acquiring a majority stake in DVI represents a $10 million transaction, comprised of a strategic blend of cash, secured debt, and equity issued at up to $3.00 per share — further validating the strength of the Lottery.com and Sports.com platform.
“Deals like this, which include stock at $3 per share, reinforce the belief in the value we’re building with Lottery.com, Sports.com and now, Concerts.com,” McGahan added. “This isn’t just an acquisition; it’s a commitment to a five-year vision, and a statement to the market that we are serious about scaling globally with premium digital assets.”
A Long-Term Partnership with a Shared Vision
“Our vision of providing fans with the information and access they need to discover the live events they want can now be realized on a global scale through Concerts.com and Sports.com,” said Patrick Ogle, CEO and founder of DVI. “DVI looked at several other partners over the last year. Ultimately, we knew that these assets belong together, and fans deserve reliable access to a live entertainment platform they can trust. With the backing of Lottery.com and the infrastructure behind Sports.com, we’re building more than a platform — we’re creating a new standard for how fans connect to live experiences.”
Ogle is an entrepreneurial lawyer and digital strategist with more than two decades of experience spanning media, entertainment, and athlete representation. From his early days as an intern at Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Television and Network Music Group, to 20+ years managing the business and legal affairs of athletes and entertainers, Ogle has built a career at the intersection of entertainment and infrastructure. He is a former 15-year member of The Recording Academy, and an active voting member of the Country Music Association.
“Patrick brings more than just the domain — he brings a deep understanding of what this vision can become,” said Gregory Potts, Chief Operating Officer of Lottery.com. “Entering into this LOI is a clear vote of confidence — not just in the value of the brands, but in our collective ability to execute together over the next five years. This is an exciting culmination of a relationship that began in 2023, appropriately, at the Pilgrimage Music Festival in Franklin, TN.”
The final transaction will include the assumption of secured notes and a multi-stage stock issuance structure, reflecting alignment and long-term commitment from all parties.
Powering the Future of Live Entertainment
Concerts.com is being designed not simply as a ticketing platform, but as a fully integrated live events engine. It will serve as the primary processor of access and fan engagement, tying directly into Sports.com’s fast-growing live streaming infrastructure.
The investment in DVI will include TicketStub.com, which will operate in parallel as a brand focused on alternative entertainment verticals, including festivals, comedy, esports, and niche lifestyle events. This dual-brand strategy allows for both mainstream and genre-specific ticketing models under the broader Concerts.com umbrella.
As part of the short and mid-term roadmap:
- The brand will integrate with live streaming functionality and real-time access models across all Lottery.com and Sports.com verticals
- Sports.com’s ambassador network will amplify events across social platforms
- Concerts.com will power bundled experiences combining tickets + content + streaming
- Deliver to consumers crossover activations between sports, music, charitable gaming and culture
- Sports.com Studios will create proprietary content for Concerts.com
Domain Portfolio Strength
With the addition of Concerts.com and TicketStub.com, Lottery.com will hold what it believes to be one of the strongest domain portfolios in the world. With Lottery.com, Sports.com, and now Concerts.com, the company stands alone in its control of three world-class, category-defining digital assets.
“Very few — if any — companies can claim three domains of this caliber,” said McGahan. “And we believe the combination of Lottery.com, Sports.com, and Concerts.com is without peer in the global digital entertainment space. These assets will anchor the next decade of innovation across content, commerce, and live experiences.”
McGahan went on to say that with the addition of these assets, he believes Lottery.com is arguably one of the most exciting investment opportunities on the exchange today.
“This is a unique opportunity to invest in a company with premium global assets and a bold vision for the future of entertainment, gaming and live events.”
About Lottery.com
The Lottery.com Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRY, LTRYW) family of brands — including Sports.com, Concerts.com, and TicketStub.com, is a unified ecosystem that integrates gaming, entertainment, and sports.
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This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this press release, regarding the Company’s strategy, future operations, prospects, plans and objectives of management, are forward-looking statements. When used in this Form 8-K, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “initiatives,” “continue,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release or as of the date they are made. The Company cautions you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of the Company. In addition, the Company cautions you that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are subject to risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to, any future findings from ongoing review of the Company’s internal accounting controls, additional examination of the preliminary conclusions of such review, the Company’s ability to secure additional capital resources, the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, the Company’s ability to respond in a timely and satisfactory matter to the inquiries by Nasdaq, the Company’s ability to regain compliance with the Bid Price Requirement, the Company’s ability to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rules, the Company’s ability to become current with its SEC reports, and those additional risks and uncertainties discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Form 10-K/A filed by the Company with the SEC on April 22, 2025, and the other documents filed, or to be filed, by the Company with the SEC. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact the operations and projections discussed herein can be found in the reports that the Company has filed and will file from time to time with the SEC. These SEC filings are available publicly on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described in this press release materialize or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, the Company disclaims any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release.
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CONTACT: For more information, please visit www.lottery.com or contact our media relations team at [email protected].
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Sebastian Murray Makes Second INDY NXT by Firestone Start Driving No. 2 Car Sponsored by Lottery.com and Sports.com
Strong Qualifying for Andretti Cape Driver & Red-and-Black Branding Turn Heads
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rising open-wheel talent Sebastian Murray made his second INDY NXT by Firestone start this weekend at the Grand Prix of Alabama, driving the No. 2 Dream Racing Dubai Dallara for Andretti Cape, backed by Lottery.com Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRY, LTRYW) and Sports.com.
Key Highlights:
- Qualified P10 – Murray’s best qualifying result of the season so far
- Climbed to P8 during the race before an incident forced a drop in pace
- Finished P16, now P17 in the championship standings (27 points)
- Next stop: Double-header at Indianapolis Motor Speedway – May 9 & 10
Murray impressed in qualifying, starting P10 on the grid at the technically demanding Barber Motorsports Park. He was running inside the top ten and pushing toward the front until a snap in the rear of the car forced him off-track in Turn 8, damaging his tires and limiting his pace over the final 26 laps.
“Our race pace was really good up until we were involved in an incident,” said Murray. “We were sitting in P8, and it was going well — we were going to collect some solid points.”
“It’s unfortunate, but I think there are a lot of positives to take from the weekend,” he added. “The team has done a great job, so thank you to everyone at Andretti Cape. We’ll move on to Indy next week, and hopefully we can get some proper points.”
This race marked the official debut of Lottery.com and Sports.com branding on the No. 2 car and Murray’s race suit, with logos featured on the rear wing, front nose cone, and driver overalls — launching a full-season campaign that blends elite motorsport exposure with fan engagement and digital content.
Murray now prepares for a back-to-back test of endurance and precision at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course, with two INDY NXT races scheduled for May 9 and May 10.
“We’re incredibly proud of Sebastian Murray’s race,” said Marc Bircham, Director of Sports.com and Head of Sporting Acquisitions. “To qualify in the top 10 was an outstanding achievement. In my career, I’ve coached many young athletes, and the first few times on the big stage is nerve-racking. Seb showed great promise and made a gallant effort to move up to 8th position before the incident. Overall, we are pleased with his performance and are looking forward to seeing Sebastian progress as the season goes on. He’s definitely a driver for the future.”
“We were also delighted with the look of the car — the red and black design with Lottery.com and Sports.com branding stood out as the most attractive car on the grid.”
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This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this press release, regarding the Company’s strategy, future operations, prospects, plans and objectives of management, are forward-looking statements. When used in this Form 8-K, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “initiatives,” “continue,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release or as of the date they are made. The Company cautions you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of the Company. In addition, the Company cautions you that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are subject to risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to, any future findings from ongoing review of the Company’s internal accounting controls, additional examination of the preliminary conclusions of such review, the Company’s ability to secure additional capital resources, the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, the Company’s ability to respond in a timely and satisfactory matter to the inquiries by Nasdaq, the Company’s ability to regain compliance with the Bid Price Requirement, the Company’s ability to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rules, the Company’s ability to become current with its SEC reports, and those additional risks and uncertainties discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Form 10-K/A filed by the Company with the SEC on April 22, 2025, and the other documents filed, or to be filed, by the Company with the SEC. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact the operations and projections discussed herein can be found in the reports that the Company has filed and will file from time to time with the SEC. These SEC filings are available publicly on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described in this press release materialize or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, the Company disclaims any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release.
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CONTACT: For more information, please visit www.lottery.com or contact our media relations team at [email protected].
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