Key points:
- Kristofer Muscat appointed COO of High Roller Technologies
- Muscat brings industry experience from previous roles at Eastrock Group and Bally's
- The appointment aims to support the company's expansion plans and focuses on machine learning technology development
High Roller Technologies has announced the appointment of Kristofer Muscat as its new Chief Operating Officer.
Muscat joins High Roller from Eastrock Group, where he served as COO, managing operations across offices in Sweden, Malta and Hong Kong. His previous experience also includes a management position at Bally's.
At High Roller, he will oversee operational strategy and growth initiatives, with a particular focus on developing machine learning technologies that aim to enhance player experience and reduce operational costs.
Commenting on Muscat’s appointment, CEO Ben Clemes stated: "Kristofer’s operational expertise in the gambling industry and his proven track record of driving growth through innovation will be instrumental as we continue development of our technologies focused on machine learning to automate key functionality to enhance the player experience and reduce operational overhead.
"His leadership will play a vital role in optimising our operations and enhancing our mission to provide engaging, seamless and world-class experiences for our users."
Muscat himself added: “I am so excited to be joining High Roller at such a pivotal time in the company’s evolution. The team’s vision for innovation and their unwavering focus on creating exceptional experiences for players perfectly align with my values and expertise.
“I am eager to leverage my background in operations and strategy to help drive growth, strengthen High Roller’s position as an industry leader and elevate the brand’s appeal to high-stakes players around the globe.”
The appointment comes shortly after the company's successful IPO in October 2024, which raised $10m in gross proceeds.
This recent IPO, which saw shares priced at $8.00, was designed to fund expansion into new jurisdictions and launch additional brands, with ThinkEquity acting as the sole book-running manager.
