Rivalry Announces Closing of Private Placement and Debt Restructuring

Core Points - Rivalry Corp. has successfully closed the third tranche of its non-brokered private placement, issuing 29,937,930 units at a price of C$0.05 per unit, resulting in gross proceeds of C$1,496,896.50 [1] - The company has also completed a debt restructuring agreement with its senior lender, which involved the settlement of C$12,526,384.88 of indebtedness through the issuance of 250,527,697 units [2][3] - The restructuring has resulted in the senior lender becoming a "control person" of the company, with shareholder approval obtained for this change [4] - The CEO of Rivalry stated that the completion of these transactions marks a significant milestone for the company, enhancing its balance sheet and positioning it for future growth [5] Private Placement - The third tranche of the private placement involved the issuance of 29,937,930 units at C$0.05 per unit, generating gross proceeds of C$1,496,896.50 [1] - Each unit consists of one subordinate voting share and one purchase warrant, with the warrants exercisable at C$0.10 until October 8, 2027 [1] - The net proceeds from this placement will be used for corporate development and general working capital [1] Debt Restructuring - The debt restructuring involved the settlement of C$12,526,384.88 of indebtedness through the issuance of 250,527,697 debt settlement units at the same offering price [3] - The remaining indebtedness under the secured debenture is C$8,480,000, which has been amended to allow conversion into shares at a price of C$0.10, with a maturity date extended to November 14, 2028 [3] - No interest will be payable on the secured debenture until December 31, 2026 [3] Control Person Status - Following the debt restructuring, the senior lender has become a control person of Rivalry, necessitating shareholder approval which was obtained from over 50% of voting rights [4] Company Overview - Rivalry Corp. operates as a leading sportsbook and iGaming operator, focusing on digital-first players and offering regulated online wagering on esports and traditional sports [7][8] - The company has a global presence, operating in over 20 countries and holding licenses in premier jurisdictions such as the Isle of Man and Ontario [7]