High Roller Technologies has outlined plans to enter the United States prediction markets sector through a partnership with Crypto.com, marking a significant step in the casino operator’s North American growth strategy. The companies have signed a binding letter of intent that would allow High Roller to distribute federally regulated event-based contracts to US customers through its existing online platform.
Under the proposed arrangement, prediction contracts would be issued and cleared by Crypto.com | Derivatives North America, an affiliate of Crypto.com that is registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission as both an exchange and clearinghouse. Customers would access these contracts through HighRoller.com, extending the company’s offerings beyond traditional online casino games.
Structure of the Proposed Prediction Markets Offering
The planned product would enable users to trade contracts tied to outcomes across several categories, including financial indicators, entertainment events, and sports. Crypto.com | Derivatives North America would act as the exclusive provider of prediction contracts across High Roller’s distribution channels, subject to the completion of definitive agreements.
High Roller chief executive Seth Young said the partnership represents a key opportunity for the company’s expansion into the US. “Pairing the massive appeal of prediction markets with our strong distribution capabilities is an incredibly exciting opportunity, and we’re looking forward to introducing our premium experience to consumers across the country.”
From Crypto.com’s perspective, the deal aligns with its broader effort to expand access to regulated event contracts through third-party platforms. Travis McGhee, Global Head of Predictions at Crypto.com, said, “Crypto.com is a leader in prediction markets and we are thrilled to expand access to event contracts through innovative partnerships, including with High Roller. Together with High Roller, we are proclaiming customers with a safe and regulated platform to trade on outcomes in sports and entertainment.”
The companies have indicated that the letter of intent includes customary legal and commercial conditions, and there is no assurance that final agreements will be completed. If the process moves forward, the firms are targeting a launch in the first quarter of 2026.
Market Reaction and Company Performance
Investors reacted strongly to the announcement. High Roller Technologies’ shares surged more than 500 percent to around $21 following news of the Crypto.com partnership, setting a new all-time high for the stock. The move followed a prolonged period of weaker performance after the company went public in October 2024, when shares initially peaked near $8.60 before falling to a range between $2 and $3 for much of 2025.
The renewed market interest comes after High Roller reported its first profitable quarter as a public company in the third quarter of 2025, generating $6.3 million in revenue. The company has framed the prediction markets initiative as part of a longer-term North American expansion that began with the opening of a Las Vegas office in 2022 and includes plans for a future Canadian presence.
Crypto.com’s Broader Strategy and Regulatory Context
The High Roller agreement fits into Crypto.com’s wider approach to positioning itself as an infrastructure provider for prediction markets in the US. Over the past year, the company has entered into multiple partnerships, including arrangements with Underdog Fantasy, MyPrize, and Fanatics, as well as similar deals involving Hollywood.com and Truth Social.
At the same time, Crypto.com has faced regulatory challenges at the state level. In December, the company confirmed it had withdrawn sports-related prediction contracts from several states after objections from regulators. In Nevada, Crypto.com halted sports contracts following the denial of a preliminary injunction against the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Alongside the Crypto.com partnership, High Roller has also disclosed a separate, non-binding letter of intent with Lines.com. That proposed marketing agreement would support customer acquisition and brand awareness for High Roller’s anticipated entry into US prediction markets by leveraging Lines.com’s sports media audience.
