1xBet is an online gambling company licensed by Curaçao eGaming License. It was founded in 2007, is based in Cyprus, and licensed in Curacao.
The organisation operates a franchise business model. Following revelations into the company's finances, it is not allowed to operate in a variety of countries including the US, UK, Russia, France and Spain. International arrest warrants have been issued for the company's three founders, one of whom reportedly died in Switzerland in 2023. Amid these controversies, the company changed its focus to Africa, South America and India.
1xBet is one of the world's largest online casinos, accepting bets on amateur sporting events, including children's sports, broadcast live on its website. The company has also accepted betting on cockfighting. Despite the controversial nature of the company, it is a sponsor of FC Barcelona until 2029 and Paris Saint-Germain until 2025.