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125: James Giancotti, CEO at Oddup: Paving the way for its blockchain solution, Alluva

For his second appearance on the Jay Kim Show, James gives an update on Oddup and its newest business lines, Unicorn Hunt and Alluva. Unicorn Hunt is Oddup’s media outlet, which includes a blog and even an upcoming TV show covering startup cultures all over the world. Alluva is both a digital asset and an ICO-rating platform where users can make predictions, acquire followers, and be compensated for their contributions and expertise.

In today’s episode you’ll learn:

  • Why James left banking to found Oddup
  • About Oddup, Unicorn Hunt, and Alluva
  • James’s outlook for Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies in general
  • Why James has been spending more time in the gym lately
  • James’s advice for bankers who are considering entering the crypto space
125: James Giancotti, CEO at Oddup: Paving the way for its blockchain solution, Alluva
The Jay Kim Show : Entrepreneurship | Investing | Startups
The Jay Kim Show : Entrepreneurship | Investing | Startups
James Giancotti, CEO at Oddup: Paving the way for its blockchain solution, Alluva
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LINKS FROM TODAY’S EPISODE

  • Read the full transcript from James’s interview
  • Episode 38, James’s first appearance on the Jay Kim Show
  • Find James on Twitter and LinkedIn
  • Oddup
  • Unicorn Hunt
  • Alluva

DETAILED SHOW NOTES

  • (1:49) James explains why he decided to leave investment banking and start Oddup
  • (4:24) An overview of Oddup
  • (6:48) James explains Oddup’s relationship with other large media companies and services
  • (10:14) How Oddup’s different business lines came about
  • (12:27) James gives an overview of Unicorn Hunt
  • (14:03) An overview of Alluva
  • (15:01) Jay gives an recap of the crypto space in 2018
  • (16:59) Why cryptocurrencies as a viable asset class
  • (21:17) How Alluva aims to reward users for making the right calls in the crypto space
  • (25:06) James describes the Alluva user experience
  • (28:42) How Alluva users can earn and spend rewards
  • (31:25) James’s outlook for crypto and Bitcoin
  • (37:33) Which ICOs will be on Alluva?
  • (38:55) James gives a timeline for Unicorn Hunt
  • (39:30) The upcoming TV show about startups around the world
  • (43:15) James shares his goals for Alluva
  • (44:48) James’s advice for those considering entering the blockchain space

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