Stake.com
Bigger Daily Race, Lower Entry Barrier
Stake.com has increased its flagship Daily Race prize pool from $75,000 to $100,000, while simultaneously lowering the minimum wager requirement to participate. The move targets mid-stakes players who previously found the competition dominated by high rollers.
The race now runs on a points-per-wager system rather than pure volume, meaning a $10 bettor earning consistent points can compete alongside players wagering significantly more. Results reset every 24 hours at 00:00 UTC.
VIP Overhaul: Wager-Free Bonuses at Every Level
The most significant change affects Stake's VIP program. Previously, bonuses at lower tiers came with rollover requirements. Starting March 2026, all VIP bonuses across Bronze through Diamond III are completely wager-free.
This means if you receive a $500 weekly bonus at Gold level, you can withdraw it immediately without playing through any multiple. The change puts Stake ahead of most competitors, where even VIP bonuses typically carry 1x-3x wagering requirements.
Sportsbook Expansion: UFC and Premier League Partnerships
Stake continues to deepen its sports presence with renewed partnerships. The UFC sponsorship, originally signed in 2022, has been extended through 2028 with expanded in-arena branding and exclusive betting markets for pay-per-view events.
New betting markets for 2026 include player-specific props for Premier League matches, quarter-by-quarter NBA scoring, and in-play esports markets for Valorant Champions Tour events.
30 Stake Originals and Counting
The Stake Originals library has grown to 30 in-house games, each provably fair and exclusive to the platform. Newest additions include Stake Mines Pro (an expanded version of the classic Mines game with configurable grid sizes) and Stake Tower (a risk-ladder game with multipliers up to 1,000x).
Originals remain the highest-margin games for the platform but also offer the best theoretical RTP for players, with most sitting between 97% and 99%.
What This Means for Players
Stake's 2026 strategy is clear: retain existing high-value players while making the platform more accessible to newcomers. The wager-free VIP bonuses remove a major friction point, and the restructured Daily Race creates a more level playing field.
With over 4,500 games, a comprehensive sportsbook, and instant crypto withdrawals, Stake maintains its position as the benchmark that other crypto gambling platforms are measured against.