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Overview
Chalkboard.io is a social platform for sports bettors and fans that lets users track bets, share picks, and follow live scores in group chats. It works by organizing groups where members log bets, receive real-time score updates, and discuss games as they happen. It differentiates itself by combining social group chats with bet tracking and live scores in a single app, focusing on a community-driven experience. Its goal is to connect bettors and fans, increasing engagement around bets and games while generating revenue from subscriptions, in-app purchases, and ads.
About Chalkboard
Industries
Consumer Software
Entertainment
Gaming
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$570K
Headquarters
Brentwood, California
Founded
2019
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Google Play updated May 20, 2026, signaling active maintenance and bug fixes.
- The site claims availability in 30+ states, broadening reach across legal markets.
- Pricing promotions like 50% coin matches and bonus funds support acquisition.
What critics are saying
- PitchBook shows only $2.08M raised and 44 employees, limiting competitive firepower.
- Frequent bonus offers signal expensive customer acquisition and weak retention economics.
- DraftKings and FanDuel can outspend Chalkboard into irrelevance within one cycle.
What makes Chalkboard unique
- Book Sync, live scores, and group-chat bet tracking unify wagering and social messaging.
- The 2021 launch targeted bettors who want one tap between picks and chat.
- Chalkboard supports simulated and prize-based play, expanding utility beyond pure sportsbook links.
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Funding
Total Funding
$570k
Below
Industry Average
Funded Over
1 Rounds
Industry standards
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Meal Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Holidays
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 2%1 year growth
↑ 7%2 year growth
↑ 7%Sandeep Bhargava joins Chalkboard Entertainment as partner.
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About Chalkboard
Industries
Consumer Software
Entertainment
Gaming
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$570K
Headquarters
Brentwood, California
Founded
2019
There are no jobs for Chalkboard right now.
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