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SharpLink Gaming Acquires 10% Equity Stake in Armchair Enterprises, Owner of CryptoCasino.com, for $500,000 Cash and Right of First Refusal to Acquire Controlling Interest

Investment Signals SharpLink’s Strategic Expansion Into
High Growth, Global Crypto Gaming Market
MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) (“SharpLink” or the “Company”), an online performance-based marketing company serving the U.S. sports betting and iGaming industries, today announced that the Company has acquired a 10% equity stake in U.K.-based Armchair Enterprises Limited (“Armchair”), which owns and operates CryptoCasino.com. The acquisition was made for $500,000 in cash, along with a right of first refusal to acquire a controlling interest in Armchair.
SharpLink’s investment in Armchair demonstrates its strategy to become the first Nasdaq-listed company focused on crypto gaming. Rob Phythian, Chairman and CEO of SharpLink, stated, “Over the past year, our leadership team and highly engaged Board of Directors have dedicated significant resources and time to identify the best growth opportunities for our Company. Our goal is to strategically leverage our existing performance-based marketing platform and industry relationships to achieve deeper and more lucrative penetration into the digital gaming and sports betting markets.
“Throughout this process, we carefully evaluated more than two dozen compelling opportunities and determined that the combination of market expansion, cost efficiency, security and player demand makes crypto gaming one of the most promising growth opportunities in the online gaming industry today. Furthermore, we believe that the steps we have already taken — and will continue to take — to execute a well-defined plan centered on the exponential growth of crypto gaming, positions SharpLink to become a future leader in this space. We aim to deliver strong, positive cash flow and sustainable long-term value for our stockholders.”
Launched in October 2024, CryptoCasino.com is an innovative online gaming platform that partners with some of the world’s leading gaming studios. It utilizes blockchain technology to provide users with a secure, transparent and engaging next-generation gaming experience. The platform plans to offer over 6,000 online slots and table games, a live dealer casino, a premium sportsbook, an eSports betting hub and a racebook, among other features. CryptoCasino.com accepts a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin and more, catering to various user preferences globally while ensuring enhanced security, transparency and anonymity for players.
CryptoCasino.com offers both traditional registration and Web3 connectivity. By connecting instantly with wallets like MetaMask and Trust Wallet, players can easily deposit and withdraw funds within seconds. In addition, CryptoCasino.com serves over one billion unique Telegram users by providing a Telegram Casino integration, which allows anyone to join and start playing with just one click.
The global crypto gaming market is expected to grow significantly, fueled by the increasing adoption of blockchain technology and the rising demand for decentralized gaming platforms. A report by Fortune Business Insights predicts that the online gambling market will reach $158.20 billion by 2028, with blockchain-based gaming experiencing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5% from 2023 to 2028. Particularly, crypto casinos are gaining popularity due to their enhanced security, privacy, and transparency features. (Source: Fortune Business Insights, “Online Gambling Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis,” 2023)
Phythian continued, “After careful consideration, we identified several key factors that convinced us that expanding into crypto gaming was the right decision for us and our shareholders. Among the factors that informed our decision-making processes were:
- The crypto gaming industry is rapidly growing, with more players opting for blockchain-based casinos due to their transparency, security, and quick transactions. This positions SharpLink as an early mover, ready to benefit from the expected industry expansion.
- Cryptocurrency transactions usually have lower fees and faster processing times compared to traditional payment methods, which benefits both the company and its users.
- As more players and operators move towards decentralized gambling, early pioneers like SharpLink can secure a competitive edge over traditional operators.
“We are actively advancing our efforts to acquire control of Armchair Enterprises and CryptoCasino.com as efficiently and timely as possible, and we are squarely focused on continued execution of our expansion strategy. As we progress through 2025, we look forward to sharing further details about our exciting plans and future goals,” concluded Phythian.
About SharpLink Gaming, Inc.
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, SharpLink is a trusted marketing partner to leading sportsbooks and online casino gaming operators worldwide. Through its iGaming affiliate marketing network, PAS.net, SharpLink focuses on driving qualified traffic and player acquisitions, retention, and conversions to U.S.-regulated and global iGaming operator partners worldwide. In fact, PAS.net won industry recognition as the European online gambling industry’s Top Affiliate Website and Top Affiliate Program for four consecutive years by igamingbusiness.com and igamingaffiliate.com. SharpLink also owns and operates a portfolio of direct-to-player, state-specific, affiliate marketing websites designed to attract, acquire, and drive local sports betting and online casino gaming traffic to its valued partners which are licensed to operate in each respective state. For more information, please visit www.sharplink.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Such statements include statements regarding the Company’s ability to grow its business through strategic growth opportunities, the Company’s ability to acquire controlling interest in Re-Invent Limited at some point in the future, the potential benefits of the Company’s products, services and technologies and other statements that are not historical facts, including statements which may be accompanied by the words “intends,” “may,” “will,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “predicts,” “estimates,” “aims,” “believes,” “hopes,” “potential” or similar words. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to certain factors, including without limitation, the Company’s ability to achieve profitable operations, government regulations of online betting, customer acceptance of new products and services, the demand for its products and its customers’ economic condition, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary rights of the Company and its competitors, general economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company’s annual report and other filings with the SEC. The Company does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this release.
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SharpLink Gaming Expands ETH Treasury Holdings to 188,478

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) (“SharpLink” or the “Company”), the largest publicly traded holder of Ethereum (“ETH”) in the world, today announced that the Company has strategically increased its total holdings of ETH to 188,478 ETH, acquiring an additional 12,207 ETH for $30,674,829 (inclusive of fees and expenses) at an average price of $2,513 per ETH (inclusive of fees and expenses) during the period June 16, 2025 through June 20, 2025.
In addition, during that same period SharpLink raised approximately $27.7 million in net proceeds through its At-The-Market facility (“ATM”) selling 2,547,180 shares of the Company’s common stock. A majority of the ATM proceeds from these sales will be used to further increase SharpLink’s ETH treasury holdings.
As of June 20, 2025, 100% of SharpLink’s ETH holdings have been deployed in staking solutions, generating 120 ETH rewards since the Company launched its ETH-focused treasury strategy on June 2, 2025. Since that date, SharpLink has achieved ETH per share growth of 18.97%.
“Increasing SharpLink’s ETH holdings underscores our forward-thinking approach to creating long-term value for our stockholders,” said Joseph Lubin, Chairman of the Board of SharpLink, Co-Founder of Ethereum and Co-Founder and CEO of Consensys. “As digital assets like ETH increasingly shape the future of finance and technology, we’re positioning SharpLink at the intersection of blockchain advancement and next-generation iGaming engagement. This move reflects our confidence in Ethereum’s utility and our commitment to exploring transformative technologies that can unlock new value for our business and stockholders, alike.”
Continuing, Rob Phythian, SharpLink’s Chief Executive Officer, added, “SharpLink remains committed to leveraging blockchain technologies to strengthen our treasury foundation and strategic growth trajectory. As adoption of decentralized infrastructure accelerates, the Company intends to regularly update its stockholders on its digital asset strategy and broader growth initiatives.”
About SharpLink Gaming, Inc.
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) is the world’s largest publicly traded company to adopt Ethereum (ETH) as its primary treasury reserve asset – a move that aligns the Company with the future of digital capital and gives investors direct exposure to the world’s leading smart-contract platform and second largest digital asset.
SharpLink is also reimagining the future of online gaming and sports betting. Backed by a veteran team with deep roots in sports media, gaming and technology, SharpLink is charting a new course – building scalable, secure and transparent solutions that challenge outdated models and bring real innovation to the betting experience. By leveraging smart contracts, DeFi protocols and Web3 infrastructure, SharpLink intends to assume the lead in transforming the multi-billion-dollar iGaming industry into a more dynamic, efficient and equitable ecosystem. Learn more at www.sharplink.com.
Forward-Looking Statement
Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and these forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Such statements include, but are not limited to, the execution of the Company’s treasury strategy and other statements that are not historical facts, including statements which may be accompanied by the words “intends,” “may,” “will,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “predicts,” “estimates,” “aims,” “believes,” “hopes,” “potential” or similar words. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to certain factors, including without limitation, , the Company’s ability to achieve profitable operations, fluctuations in the market price of ETH that will impact the Company’s accounting and financial reporting (see accounting rules discussed below), government regulation of cryptocurrencies and online betting, changes in securities laws or regulations, customer acceptance of new products and services, the demand for its products and its customers’ economic condition, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary rights of the Company, changes in applicable laws or regulations, and its competitors, general economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company’s annual report and other filings with the SEC. Under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, entities are required to measure certain crypto assets at fair value, with changes reflected in net income each reporting period. Changes in the fair value of crypto assets could result in significant fluctuations to the income statement results. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and the Company does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this press release.
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SharpLink Gaming Announces Commencement of Options Trading on Nasdaq

MINNEAPOLIS, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) (“SharpLink” or the “Company”), the largest publicly traded holder of ETH in the world, today announced that the Company’s common stock has been approved for options trading on the Nasdaq Options Market (“Nasdaq”).
Trading in SharpLink’s options commenced on June 18, 2025 under the ticker symbol “SBET” and include a range of standard expiration dates and strike prices. This listing of options is expected to expand investor access and may enhance liquidity in the Company’s shares, providing investors with added flexibility to manage risk, leverage positions and express views on the Company’s future stock performance. SharpLink believes this milestone reflects continued growth in investor interest and confidence in the Company’s long-term strategic outlook.
“We view this approval as a significant achievement that underscores our evolving profile as a trusted Nasdaq-listed company,” stated Rob Phythian, CEO of SharpLink Gaming. “Moreover, we believe the commencement of options trading will enhance our visibility within the investment community, at large, and provide our shareholders with additional tools for managing their investments.”
Options trading on SharpLink will be available through the Options Clearing Corporation (“OCC”), and will be subject to standard rules and regulations established by Nasdaq and the OCC.
About SharpLink Gaming, Inc.
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) is the world’s largest publicly traded company to adopt Ethereum (ETH) as its primary treasury reserve asset – a move that aligns the Company with the future of digital capital and gives investors direct exposure to the world’s leading smart-contract platform and second largest digital asset.
SharpLink is also reimagining the future of online gaming and sports betting. Backed by a veteran team with deep roots in sports media, gaming and technology, SharpLink is charting a new course – building scalable, secure and transparent solutions that challenge outdated models and bring real innovation to the betting experience. By leveraging smart contracts, DeFi protocols and Web3 infrastructure, SharpLink intends to assume the lead in transforming the multi-billion-dollar iGaming industry into a more dynamic, efficient and equitable ecosystem. Learn more at www.sharplink.com.
Forward-Looking Statement
Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and these forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Such statements include, but are not limited to, the execution of the Company’s treasury strategy and other statements that are not historical facts, including statements which may be accompanied by the words “intends,” “may,” “will,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “predicts,” “estimates,” “aims,” “believes,” “hopes,” “potential” or similar words. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to certain factors, including without limitation, fluctuations in the market price of ETH and any associated impairment charges that the Company may incur as a result of a decrease in the market price of ETH below the value at which the Company’s ETH are carried on its balance sheet, changes in the accounting treatment relating to the Company’s ETH holdings, the Company’s ability to achieve profitable operations, government regulation of cryptocurrencies and online betting, changes in securities laws or regulations such as accounting rules as discussed below, customer acceptance of new products and services including our ETH treasury strategy, the demand for its products and its customers’ economic condition, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary rights of the Company, changes in applicable laws or regulations, and its competitors, general economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company’s annual report and other filings with the SEC. Under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, entities are required to measure certain crypto assets at fair value, with changes reflected in net income each reporting period. Changes in the fair value of crypto assets could result in significant fluctuations to the income statement results. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and the Company does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this press release.
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SharpLink Gaming Acquires 176,271 ETH for $463 Million, Officially Becoming Largest Publicly-Traded ETH Holder

MINNEAPOLIS, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SharpLink Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) (“SharpLink” or the “Company”) today announced the strategic acquisition of 176,270.69 ETH for an aggregate purchase price of $462,947,816 (inclusive of fees and expenses), at an average acquisition price of $2,626 per ETH (inclusive of fees and expenses). This acquisition positions the Company as the largest publicly-traded holder of ETH in the world, and the second largest holder behind the Ethereum Foundation. In addition to the initial PIPE transaction from May 26, 2025, the Company also disclosed it raised an additional $79 million in approximate gross proceeds through its at-the-market (“ATM”) facility. With a majority of the ATM proceeds used to fund further purchases of ETH, contributing to the total above, these collective purchases have generated ETH per share growth of 11.8% since June 2, 2025.
As of June 13, 2025, over 95% of SharpLink’s ETH holdings are actively deployed in staking and liquid staking solutions, contributing to Ethereum’s network security while generating native yield.
“This is a landmark moment for SharpLink and for public company adoption of digital assets,” said Rob Phythian, Chief Executive Officer of SharpLink Gaming. “We believe Ethereum is foundational infrastructure for the future of digital commerce and decentralized applications. Our decision to make ETH our primary treasury reserve asset reflects deep conviction in its role as programmable, yield-bearing digital capital.”
“SharpLink’s bold ETH strategy represents a pivotal milestone and innovative approach to the institutional adoption of Ethereum. It comes at a unique time when the United States Congress is moving towards passing significant stablecoin and digital asset market structure legislation. Hopefully, such legislation will serve as a catalyst for adoption of Ethereum technology, a decentralized network capable of many functions in the onboarding of the global economy,” added Joseph Lubin, Chairman of SharpLink Gaming, Co-Founder of Ethereum and Founder and CEO of Consensys. “By allocating significant capital to ETH and deploying it in network activities such as staking, SharpLink is both contributing to Ethereum’s long-term security and trust properties while earning additional ETH for that work.”
Treasury Strategy and Market Impact
SharpLink is the first Nasdaq-listed company to adopt a treasury reserve policy centered on ETH. Through this initiative, SharpLink aims to provide shareholders with meaningful economic exposure to ETH, while reinforcing its belief in blockchain’s role in transforming industries globally.
From May 30, 2025 through June 12, 2025, SharpLink sold shares under its $1 billion ATM equity program, and thus far has raised approximately $79 million in gross proceeds, a majority of which it intends to allocate toward additional ETH purchases.
About SharpLink Gaming, Inc.
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, SharpLink is one of the first Nasdaq-listed companies to develop a treasury strategy centered on ETH, which will serve as SharpLink’s primary treasury reserve asset. In adopting its new treasury policy, SharpLink intends to provide investors with economic exposure to ETH and to advocate for its role as digital capital.
SharpLink is also a trusted marketing partner to leading sportsbooks and online casino gaming operators worldwide. Through its iGaming affiliate marketing network, known as PAS.net, SharpLink focuses on driving qualified traffic and player acquisitions, retention and conversions to U.S. regulated and global iGaming operator partners worldwide. SharpLink also owns and operates a portfolio of direct-to-player, state-specific, affiliate marketing websites designed to attract, acquire and drive local sports betting and online casino gaming traffic to its valued partners which are licensed to operate in each respective state. For more information, please visit www.sharplink.com.
Forward-Looking Statement
Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and these forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Such statements include, but are not limited to, the Company’s anticipated use of the proceeds from the offerings, the execution of the Company’s treasury strategy and other statements that are not historical facts, including statements which may be accompanied by the words “intends,” “may,” “will,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “predicts,” “estimates,” “aims,” “believes,” “hopes,” “potential” or similar words. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to certain factors, including without limitation, fluctuations in the market price of ETH and any associated impairment charges that the Company may incur as a result of a decrease in the market price of ETH below the value at which the Company’s ETH are carried on its balance sheet, changes in the accounting treatment relating to the Company’s ETH holdings, the Company’s ability to achieve profitable operations, government regulation of cryptocurrencies and online betting, changes in securities laws or regulations such as accounting rules as discussed below, customer acceptance of new products and services including our ETH treasury strategy, the demand for its products and its customers’ economic condition, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary rights of the Company, changes in applicable laws or regulations, and its competitors, general economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company’s annual report and other filings with the SEC Under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, entities are required to measure certain crypto assets at fair value, with changes reflected in net income each reporting period. Changes in the fair value of crypto assets could result in significant fluctuations to the income statement results. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and the Company does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this press release.
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