EarnYoung

What EarnYoung does

AU88 is a Vietnam-headquartered online gambling and entertainment platform established in 2005 under PAGCOR licensing from the Philippines and subsequently incorporated under CEZA licensing in 2017. The platform operates as a comprehensive ecosystem offering seven core product categories: sports betting (Thể Thao), live casino (Casino), cockfighting (Đá Gà), card games (Game Bài), slot games (Nổ Hũ), fishing games (Bắn Cá), and lottery (Xổ Số). The platform aggregates content from more than 10 third-party game providers including Evolution Gaming, CQ9, PG Soft, CMD368, SABA Sports, JZ Sports, BBIN, AG, DG, SA Gaming, GamePlay Interactive, TC Gaming, and V8Poker, and distributes through a unified web interface as well as native mobile applications for Android and iOS. The technology stack includes AES multi-layer encryption, SSL 256-bit encryption, two-factor authentication (OTP), IP verification, GEOTRUST certification, and a certified Random Number Generator (RNG), with 24/7 automated security monitoring. AU88 serves individual online gamblers primarily in Vietnam and across other Asian markets, with a claimed user base of over 1 million members.

The business model is freemium and transaction-based. The platform offers free access with no subscription fees and generates revenue through the house edge on all betting products across casino, sports betting, lottery, slots, cockfighting, and fishing games. A secondary revenue stream is provided by the affiliate agent network (Đại lý AU88), which earns a 0.1% commission on bets placed by referred members. Promotional mechanics include welcome bonuses up to 888k VND, a 100% first-deposit bonus up to 1,500 points with 8x wagering requirements, a 50% second-deposit bonus, daily cashback, and loyalty rewards. Integrated payment processing supports Momo and ViettelPay e-wallets, bank QR code payments, and internet banking, with deposits and first three daily withdrawals free of charge.

The go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer digital channels (web platform, native mobile apps, Facebook fanpage, content marketing via the thetechsite.me blog, email promotions) with an affiliate/agent network for bottom-of-funnel customer acquisition. Distribution is regional (Vietnam and broader Asian markets), and the company activates sports sponsorships (e.g., Juventus C1) and brand ambassador campaigns to support visibility. Note: the firmographic header labels the company as 'EarnYoung' (founded 2020, 13 employees, Bhopal, India), but the entire source material describes AU88, a Vietnamese online gambling platform; the analysis reflects the AU88 source content.

Name

EarnYoung

Legal name

AU88

Website

https://earnyoung.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AU88 is a Vietnam-based online gambling platform operating since 2005 that aggregates sports betting, live casino, slots, lottery, cockfighting, and fishing games from 10+ providers, serving over 1 million individual members across Asian markets via web and mobile apps.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Gambling & Betting

NAICS

Gambling Industries (7132), Other Gambling Industries (713290), Casinos (except Casino Hotels) (71321)

akta.pro primary industry

iGaming Platform Providers (Turnkey/Casino & Sportsbook Platforms) (MPAEAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Player Wallets, Escrow & Custodial Account Services (MPAEALAK), Payments, Wallets & Cashiering for Sports Betting (MPAEACAG)

Keywords

• Online sports betting
• Live casino games
• Online slot games
• Cockfighting betting
• Online lottery gaming

Headquarters

HQ city

Ho Chi Minh City

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Others

Revenue model

1. Gaming Transaction Commissions: AU88 generates revenue through house edge on all betting products including casino, sports betting, lottery, and slot games. The platform takes a commission from each transaction and bet placed across all gaming categories.
2. Affiliate Agent Network Commissions: Commission-based revenue from affiliate agents (Đại lý) who refer players. Agents earn 0.1% commission on bets placed by their referred members across all game categories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

AU88 operates an online gambling platform that aggregates sports betting, live dealer casino, cockfighting, slot games, fishing arcade games, card games, and online lottery products from more than ten third-party providers. Players access the offerings via a web platform and dedicated Android and iOS mobile apps, with deposits and withdrawals processed instantly through Momo e-wallet, ViettelPay, bank QR codes, and internet banking. Revenue is generated through the house edge on each bet placed across all gaming categories.

Product overview

AU88 is an online gambling and entertainment platform operating since 2005 with PAGCOR licensing. The platform functions as a unified ecosystem offering seven core product categories: sports betting (Thể Thao), live casino (Casino), cockfighting (Đá Gà), card games (Game Bài), slot games (Nổ Hũ), fishing games (Bắn Cá), and lottery (Xổ Số). These products are distributed through both web and a dedicated mobile app, with integrated payment processing supporting Momo e-wallet, bank transfers, and ViettelPay. The platform aggregates games from over 10 third-party providers and operates with GEOTRUST security certification and SSL 256-bit encryption.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Thể Thao AU88 (Sports Betting)

Quantifiable outcome

• Reached 1 million members fastest in Asia
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2005PAGCOR is the government-authorized agency regulating online gaming in the Philippines. AU88 holds a license from PAGCOR, which provides regulatory oversight ensuring fair gaming practices, financial transparency, and player protection.
• CEZA (Cagayan Economic Zone Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2005CEZA is a Philippine government agency that issues licenses for online gaming operators. AU88 received its operating license from CEZA, allowing legal operations across multiple markets including Asia.
• GEOTRUSTcoreTechnology or IntegrationGEOTRUST provides international SSL security certification and data encryption verification services. AU88 maintains GEOTRUST certification for SSL 256-bit encryption, ensuring secure data transmission and fraud prevention.
• KU (KU Casino)coreTechnology or IntegrationKU is a game provider and in-house casino brand offering sports betting, live casino, and slot games. KU provides exclusive products and real-time betting odds for AU88 platform.
• CQ9 GamingcoreTechnology or IntegrationCQ9 Gaming is a slot game developer providing popular titles like Treasure Pirate. They supply slot games, fishing games, and arcade content to AU88's gaming portfolio.
• SABA SportscoreTechnology or IntegrationSABA Sports is an international sports betting provider offering comprehensive sports odds, live betting, and esports coverage. Provides sports betting products across multiple leagues.
• JZ SportscoreTechnology or IntegrationJZ Sports provides sports betting services with fast odds updates and Asian-focused betting markets for AU88 platform users.
• CMD368majorTechnology or IntegrationCMD368 is a sports betting platform known for competitive odds and diverse match coverage across multiple sports.
• Evolution Gaming (EVO)coreTechnology or IntegrationEvolution Gaming provides live casino games including Baccarat, Sicbo, and Roulette with professional dealers streaming from studios worldwide.
• PG Soft (PG)majorTechnology or IntegrationPG Soft is a mobile-first slot game developer providing AU88 with innovative slot games and arcade content.
• AG (Asia Gaming)majorTechnology or IntegrationAG provides live casino and sports betting solutions with dealer games and sportsbook products.
• DG (Dream Gaming)majorTechnology or IntegrationDream Gaming provides live casino games and streaming services for AU88's online casino platform.
• SA GamingmajorTechnology or IntegrationSA Gaming offers live casino and slot games with Asian-themed content for AU88 platform.
• GamePlay InteractivemajorTechnology or IntegrationGamePlay Interactive provides lottery games and sports betting products for AU88's Vietnamese market.
• TC GamingmajorTechnology or IntegrationTC Gaming supplies lottery and casino games with fast-draw lottery products for AU88.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• W88: W88 is a long-standing Asian-focused online sportsbook and casino platform licensed in the Philippines, competing head-to-head with AU88 across sports betting, live casino, slots, and lottery in Vietnamese and Southeast Asian markets.
• M88: M88 (Mansion88) operates an Asia-targeted online betting and casino platform offering sportsbook, live casino, slots, and lottery under similar PAGCOR offshore licensing, making it a directly comparable peer to AU88.
• SBOBET: SBOBET is one of Asia's largest online sportsbooks, licensed in the Philippines and Isle of Man, offering sports betting and integrated casino — a benchmark Asian incumbent and direct peer to AU88's sportsbook-led offering.
• 188Bet: 188Bet operates a full-stack Asian online sportsbook and casino with PAGCOR offshore licensing, serving Vietnamese and Southeast Asian players — directly comparable to AU88's product mix and target market.
• Dafabet: Dafabet is one of Asia's largest online gambling brands, offering sports betting, casino, and slots across Southeast Asia; comparable in scale, product breadth, and PAGCOR-style licensing to AU88.
• Fun88: Fun88 is an Asian-market online betting brand offering sportsbook, casino, slots, and live dealer games, with comparable PAGCOR-style licensing and direct overlap with AU88's Vietnamese and Southeast Asian target audience.
• BK8: BK8 is a fast-growing Asian online betting platform offering sportsbook, live casino, slots, and lottery with affiliate-driven acquisition — directly comparable to AU88 in geography, verticals, and GTM model.

Broad incumbents

• Bet365: Bet365 is the global incumbent in online sports betting and casino with a broad portfolio and strong brand; relevant as the upper-tier benchmark for platform scale and product breadth, though it does not focus on the Vietnamese niche AU88 serves.

Emerging players

• Stake.com: Stake is a crypto-enabled online casino and sportsbook with growing Asian exposure, comparable to AU88 as a multi-vertical digital-native operator but differentiated by its crypto-first payment rails.
• 1xBet: 1xBet is a global online sportsbook and casino aggregator with rapidly growing presence in Asia, offering a comparable multi-vertical product stack (sports, casino, slots, live dealer) under Curacao-style licensing.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/au88
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/earnyoung

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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