About CrownBet
CrownBet is a Media & Entertainment company based in Melbourne (Australia) founded in 2014 by Matthew Tripp, and was acquired by The Stars Group in January 2018. Online sports betting on leagues and racing events is facilitated. It operates in the Media & Entertainment and Consumer sectors. CrownBet has completed 1 acquisition, including William Hill. Its chief executive, as recorded, is Matthew Tripp. Its focus areas include Gambling Tech, Online Gambling Platforms, Betting and Sports.
Company details
CrownBet was established in 2014 in Melbourne, Australia, as an online platform in the sports betting sector. Bets on events from leagues such as AFL, NRL, FIFA, NBA, and the QLD Winter Racing Carnival are enabled. Real-time odds are displayed, and live customer support is provided. Rewards and bonus points are offered to users. The mobile app is accessible via the App Store for downloads.
- Headquarters Melbourne, Australia
- Founders Matthew Tripp
- Stage Acquired
- SectorsMedia & EntertainmentConsumer
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- Website crownbet.com.au
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- Acquired by The Stars Group (Jan 2018)
- Investors
- Investments & Acquisitions
- Acquired byThe Stars Group
(Jan 2018)
Investors in CrownBet
CrownBet has secured backing from 1 investor. Prominent investors backing the company include The Stars Group.
| Investor | Description | Founded Year | Domain | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Real- and play-money poker, gaming, and betting products are offered. | 2001 | starsgroup.com | Toronto, Canada |
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People of CrownBet
1 people are tracked at CrownBet (1 in leadership).
| Name | Role | Group |
|---|---|---|
Matthew Tripp | Founder & CEO | Leadership |
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Investments & Acquisitions by CrownBet
CrownBet has strategically engaged in corporate development activities, having acquired 1 company. Notable acquisitions include William Hill.
| Company Name | Description | Domain | Location | Founded | Acquired | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Provider of environmental testing and consulting services for indoor air quality | williamhill.com.au | Fannie Bay, Australia | 2000 | Mar 2018 | $234M |
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Timeline of CrownBet
3 dated milestones of CrownBet across 4 years, from founding to its latest funding, stage changes and deals.
- Founded CrownBet is founded.
- Exit Acquired by The Stars Group.
- Acquisition Acquires William Hill.
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Frequently Asked Questions about CrownBet
CrownBet was founded in 2014.
CrownBet is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. It is registered at Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Matthew Tripp is the CEO of CrownBet, as recorded in our data. They have also founded this company.
CrownBet was established in 2014 in Melbourne, Australia, as an online platform in the sports betting sector. Bets on events from leagues such as AFL, NRL, FIFA, NBA, and the QLD Winter Racing Carnival are enabled. Real-time odds are displayed, and live customer support is provided. Rewards and bonus points are offered to users. The mobile app is accessible via the App Store for downloads.
CrownBet has made 1 acquisition, including William Hill.
CrownBet has 1 investor. Key investors include The Stars Group.
Yes. CrownBet was acquired by The Stars Group in January 2018.

