Contrarian Island
Contrarian Island #6: Brett Richey - Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, and Sports Betting
- Author: Vários
- Narrator: Vários
- Publisher: Podcast
- Duration: 1:01:12
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Today's episode is with Brett Richey, the CEO of BlitzPredict. BlitzPredict is a betting exchange that is revolutionizing prediction markets by utilizing blockchain technology. We have a fascinating conversation that covers: Brett's life as a poker pro • The current problems with the underground Bitcoin casino market • How BlitzPredict is using Augur and 0x to create a better betting experience • Decentralizing trust • The future of cryptocurrency and sports betting • Follow us on Twitter @ContrarianCast • Follow Brett at @BrettRichey • Follow BlitzPredict @BlitzPredict • Show notes courtesy of BlockchainSEO:In Episode 6 of the Contrarian Island Podcast, podcast host Matt talks with his first non-Bitcoin focused guest, Brett Richey – a former professional poker player and CEO of BlitzPredict (built on the Ethereum blockchain). In the early half of the episode, Richey talks about his transition from professional poker (11 years), to heading Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) applications in Vegas, to the moment he rea