Rush Street Interactive (RSI), the operator of the popular BetRivers online casino platform, has entered into a landmark partnership with the fintech company BurraPay.
This strategic agreement will see the integration of BurraPay’s compliant cryptocurrency payment solution into the BetRivers platform, allowing players to fund their accounts using various digital currencies.
The integration marks a significant step forward for cryptocurrency adoption within the regulated North American iGaming market.
The rollout will be conducted on a measured, jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis, subject to regulatory approvals in each respective state and province where RSI operates.
The partnership makes RSI the first major US-based online gaming operator to sign with BurraPay, positioning both companies as innovators in the evolving payments landscape.
For RSI, the move is aimed at enhancing the overall player experience by offering greater flexibility and convenience. By adding a secure and compliant crypto payment option, the company is catering to a growing demographic of tech-savvy users and reinforcing its commitment to putting its players first.
Both companies have emphasized that the partnership is built on a “compliance-first” approach, ensuring that the integration adheres to all regulatory requirements.
This collaboration is being hailed as a milestone for the wider industry, as it demonstrates that cryptocurrency payments can be delivered to players in a manner that is scalable, user-friendly, and, most importantly, compliant with strict gaming regulations.
As the integration goes live in approved jurisdictions, it will provide a crucial case study for the future of digital currency in North America’s regulated online gaming ecosystem.
Luke Millanta, CTO and Co-Founder at BurraPay:
“We are thrilled to welcome Rush Street Interactive as our first US customer. This agreement is a milestone for both companies – and for the industry as a whole – as it proves that cryptocurrency payments can be delivered in a compliant, player-friendly and scalable way. Rush Street Interactive has always been an innovator in online gaming, and we couldn’t ask for a better partner to showcase what BurraPay can do.”
Richard Schwartz, CEO at RSI:
“BurraPay has demonstrated a compliance-first approach that perfectly aligns with our values and regulatory commitments. We are excited to offer our BetRivers players the flexibility to fund their accounts with cryptocurrency – an option that will enhance the overall gaming experience and reinforces our commitment to putting our players first.”
