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Stake

Stake is an online gambling platform founded in 2017 and operated by Medium Rare N.V.

Updated July 27, 20261 min readCited sources

Stake is a cryptocurrency-focused online casino and sportsbook founded in 2017. It operates under the Stake.com brand from Curaçao.

What it is

Stake is an online gambling platform that combines casino games with sports betting. It is widely associated with crypto deposits, blockchain-related marketing, and a global user base.

History and founders

The company was established in 2017 by Edward Craven and Bijan Tehrani. Some sources describe it as having grown rapidly into a major crypto gambling brand.

Services and business model

Stake offers slot machines, live dealer casino content, proprietary games, sports wagering, and related betting markets. The platform supports cryptocurrency transactions and is operated by Medium Rare N.V., incorporated in Curaçao.

In short

  • Founded in 2017 by Edward Craven and Bijan Tehrani.
  • Cryptocurrency-focused online casino and sportsbook.
  • Operated by Medium Rare N.V. in Curaçao.
  • Offers slots, live dealer games, and sports betting.

Quick questions

What is Stake?
Stake is an online casino and sportsbook best known for cryptocurrency-based gambling services.
When was Stake founded?
Stake was founded in 2017.
Who founded Stake?
Stake was founded by Edward Craven and Bijan Tehrani.

Sources

  1. 15Mhttps://15m.com/companies/stake/
    Supports: Describes Stake as an online casino and betting site started in 2017, focusing on cryptocurrencies, and names the founders.
  2. Track360https://track360.io/blog/stake-com-operator-review-2026-crypto-casino-analysis
    Supports: Describes Stake.com as a crypto casino and sportsbook, notes market reach, and mentions licensing and restricted jurisdictions.
  3. LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/stakecasino
    Supports: Company profile identifying Stake as a gambling facilities and casinos business founded in 2017.
  4. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stake_(online_casino)
    Supports: States that Stake is an Australian-Curaçaoan online casino operated by Medium Rare N.V. in Curaçao.
  5. Tracxnhttps://tracxn.com/d/companies/stake/__hKY-ikZafhMknF5ebNMIzsBBDm1sUaWCH7I8uOI1dBo
    Supports: Describes Stake as a cryptocurrency-based casino gaming platform offering Bitcoin-based casino games and other digital currencies.