Building
Businesses
That Matter.
Nick French is a South African entrepreneur operating a portfolio of 14 ventures across iGaming, Blockchain, Media, and Lifestyle β built on relationships and execution.
20 Years.
One Philosophy.
Nick French is a South African serial entrepreneur with over 20 years in the iGaming, media, and technology industries. His portfolio of 14 active ventures spans iGaming regulation, blockchain infrastructure, independent media, and lifestyle hospitality β all built on a single conviction: relationships first.
In March 2026, his venture BetMatch was declared the winner of the SiGMA Pitch Africa 2026 competition in Cape Town β recognised for its robust value proposition, go-to-market strategy, and commercial sustainability. Nick is also a recurring speaker at South Africa's leading crypto and blockchain events, including CryptoFest (2023, 2024, 2026), where he represents MetaCap and the broader digital asset ecosystem.
From South Africa's first licensed peer-to-peer betting exchange to smart contracts on Bitcoin Layer 1, Nick's ventures consistently occupy white spaces where regulation, technology, and market timing converge.
"I have been working in this industry for 20 years, building credibility and trust through hard work and dedication."
Nick French
Recognised on
the Global Stage.
BetMatch was declared the victor of SiGMA Pitch Africa 2026 at GrandWest Casino, Cape Town. Judges lauded its robust value proposition, go-to-market strategy, and ability to demonstrate both technical capability and commercial sustainability.
Read the announcement β"I have been working in this industry for 20 years, building credibility and trust through hard work and dedication."
Nick French, CEO β BetMatch
14 Ventures.
4 Sectors.
Each venture is built on a thesis: find the white space where regulation, technology, and market timing converge β then execute.
South Africa's first licensed peer-to-peer betting exchange β built on best odds and zero margins. Disrupting the traditional bookmaker model.
Discover unbiased news analysis and political bias detection of legacy media. Comprehensive coverage of South African affairs.
International swimsuit magazine and television production β a premium lifestyle media brand with global reach.
A sports wagering platform purpose-built for emerging markets in Brazil, Mexico, and South Africa.
A performance-driven affiliate display network connecting iGaming operators with high-intent audiences across Africa.
A massively multiplayer online space flight game where players battle in custom maps across iOS and Android.
Enabling seamless onchain payments between wallets, telcos, fintechs, and financial institutions across emerging markets.
The first significant breakthrough in dApp and token development on the Bitcoin network β smart contracts on Bitcoin Layer 1.
An innovation lab accelerating the adoption of crypto and digital assets in Africa β enabling banks, fintechs, and institutions.
The perfect getaway accommodation in the picturesque Stanford valley β a premium luxury farm house experience.
Stanford's favourite village waterhole, nested in the heart of the village β warm hospitality, great food, and community.
A professional rugby venture bringing the American10s format to market β sport meets entertainment at the highest level.
A movement dedicated to youth development through sport, art, and culture across South Africa.
Scrosoppi Care Centre β providing shelter, education, and hope to street children across South Africa.
Relationships
Start Here.
Whether you're a co-founder, investor, media partner, or operator β if you're building something serious, Nick wants to hear from you. Relationships first, always.