High Roller Technologies Signs Letter of Intent with Leverage Game Media to Support U.S. Prediction Markets Launch
Rhea-AI Summary
High Roller Technologies (NYSE: ROLR) signed a non-binding Letter of Intent with Leverage Game Media to pursue a strategic marketing partnership aimed at accelerating customer acquisition and brand awareness for High Roller’s planned entry into U.S. prediction markets.
The LOI would have LGM act as a marketing and distribution partner using its social-first content platforms, which reportedly deliver over 1 billion views annually to more than 5 million followers. This announcement follows High Roller’s strategic partnership with Crypto.com | Derivatives North America to launch a regulated event-based prediction markets product in the United States.
Important: the LOI is non-binding, the parties intend to negotiate definitive agreements, and no assurance exists that a final agreement will be executed.
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Market Reaction
Following this news, ROLR has declined 11.09%, reflecting a significant negative market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +5.8% during the session. Our momentum scanner has triggered 27 alerts so far, indicating elevated trading interest and price volatility. The stock is currently trading at $21.12. This price movement has removed approximately $22M from the company's valuation.
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Peers on Argus
ROLR gained 25.73% with very high volume, while peers were mixed: LTRY up 7.87%, INSE up 1.4%, BRAG down 4.08%, others near flat. With no peers in momentum scanners and no same-day peer headlines, the move appears stock-specific rather than sector-driven.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15 | Marketing partnership LOI | Positive | +25.7% | LOI with Lines.com as key media partner for U.S. prediction markets. |
| Jan 15 | Web3 engagement deal | Positive | +25.7% | Collaboration with Power Protocol on Web3 incentive-driven engagement. |
| Jan 14 | Crypto.com LOI | Positive | +436.6% | Binding LOI with Crypto.com unit to power U.S. prediction markets. |
| Jan 09 | Strategic investment | Positive | +16.9% | Saratoga Casino’s $1.0M private placement at $2.80 per share. |
| Jan 08 | Sportsbook LOI | Positive | -13.5% | Non-binding Altenar sportsbook LOI with no assurance of completion. |
Recent news has centered on prediction markets expansion, partnerships, and strategic capital, with mostly strong positive price reactions and one notable selloff on a sportsbook LOI despite its constructive tone.
Over the past weeks, ROLR has announced multiple strategic steps. On Dec 23, 2025 and Jan 7, 2026, it moved to acquire Happy Hour Solutions and its licensed platform. On Jan 9, 2026, it secured a $1.0M private placement at $2.80 per share. From Jan 14–15, 2026, it disclosed an LOI with Crypto.com for U.S. prediction markets and additional Web3 and marketing partnerships, triggering reactions up to 436.65%. Today’s LOI with Leverage Game Media extends that same growth narrative in U.S. event-based markets.
Regulatory & Risk Context
High Roller filed a Form S-3 on Nov 12, 2025 to register up to $150,000,000 of securities, with sales constrained by General Instruction I.B.6 while public float remains below $150,000,000. The plan of distribution permits flexible structures, including underwritten or continuous equity programs, for general corporate purposes including working capital.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock is dropping -11.1% following this news. A negative reaction despite this LOI would contrast with prior upbeat responses to prediction-market and Web3 partnerships, such as the Crypto.com agreement, which coincided with a 436.65% move. Investors might reassess execution risk given multiple non-binding LOIs and the existence of a shelf registration for up to $150,000,000, which allows future securities offerings that could weigh on sentiment if markets focus on potential dilution.
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Proposed marketing partnership aligns with Company’s broader expansion into event-based markets
Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Roller Technologies, Inc. (“High Roller”) (NYSE: ROLR), operator of the award-winning, premium online casino brands High Roller and Fruta, today announced it has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent (“LOI”) with Leverage Game Media (“LGM”), a social-first digital media company focused on sports, gaming, and emerging market engagement, to enter into and execute a strategic marketing partnership designed to accelerate customer acquisition and brand awareness for High Roller’s planned entry into U.S. prediction markets.
This LOI follows High Roller’s announcement of its strategic partnership with Crypto.com | Derivatives North America to launch a regulated event-based prediction markets product in the United States.
Under the proposed arrangement, Leverage Game Media would serve as a marketing and distribution partner, leveraging its proprietary content platforms and digital audience reach to support customer growth and brand visibility for High Roller’s prediction markets product.
“As we prepare for our expansion into prediction markets, we are assembling a diversified marketing partner ecosystem designed to reach consumers that are interested in engaging in event-based predictions,” said Seth Young, Chief Executive Officer of High Roller Technologies. “Leverage Game Media brings a modern, social-focused media approach that aligns with how today’s consumers discover and interact with exciting products.”
Leverage Game Media owns and operates some of the most highly engaged, sports-focused communities on social media, including @NBAMemes, @NFT, and more, delivering over 1 billion views annually to more than 5 million followers across their owned and operated channels.
“As market-based engagement continues to evolve beyond traditional formats, prediction markets are becoming increasingly relevant to a new generation of users,” Jason Falovitch, Co-Founder of Leverage Game Media. “High Roller’s expansion into this space is timely, we love their brand, and we believe our media platforms are well positioned to support that growth.”
Important Notice Regarding the Letter of Intent
This press release describes a LOI and the Parties’ intention to negotiate and execute definitive documentation. No assurance can be given that a definitive agreement will be executed. Unless and until a definitive agreement is executed, the described business relationship remains subject to negotiation and satisfaction of conditions.
About High Roller Technologies, Inc.
High Roller Technologies, Inc. is a leading global online gaming operator known for its innovative casino brands, High Roller and Fruta, listed under the ticker ROLR on the NYSE. The Company delivers a cutting-edge real-money online casino platform that is intuitive and user-friendly. With a diverse portfolio of over 6,000 premium games from more than 90 leading game providers, High Roller Technologies serves a global customer base, offering an immersive and engaging gaming experience in the rapidly expanding multi-billion iGaming industry. The online casino features enhanced search engine optimization, machine learning, seamless direct API integrations, faster load times, and superior scalability.
As an award-winning operator, High Roller Technologies continues to redefine the future of market engagement through innovation, performance, and a commitment to excellence. For more information, please visit the High Roller Technologies, Inc. investor relations website, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn pages.
About Leverage Game Media
Leverage Game Media owns and operates some of the most highly engaged, sports, crypto, and entertainment focused communities on social media, including @NFT, @NBAMemes, @NFLMemes, @FightClub, @2KMemes, @SlamDunk, and more, delivering more than 1billion views annually to more than 5 million followers across their owned and operated channels.
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