Phenom Poker -The Player-Owned Poker Site: A Revolution in the Making

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Matt Valeo is a multifaceted entrepreneur and poker aficionado who has made a name for himself in both the tech and poker industries. With a background in software engineering, Matt's passion for technology and strategic thinking naturally led him to the world of poker, where he quickly established himself as a formidable player. His analytical skills and innovative approach to the game have earned him a reputation as one of the most strategic minds in poker circles.
In addition to his success at the poker table, Matt Valeo is the founder of Phenom Poker, a groundbreaking online poker platform designed to revolutionize the way players engage with the game through a decentralized model that makes it owned and governed by the players. Phenom Poker combines cutting-edge technology with a user-friendly interface, offering unique features and a vibrant community that appeals to both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike. Through Phenom Poker, Matt aims to create a more inclusive and engaging poker experience, fostering a space where players of all skill levels can connect, compete, and grow.
Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show:
0:00 Introduction
1:20 The Idea For Phenom Poker
4:21 What Phenom Poker Will Do That Other Sites Aren’t
9:16 Creating Disincentives to Cheating
12:18 No Accountability on the Internet
15:15 A New Incentive and Ownership Structure for Online Poker
16:46 Is Poker’s Democratic Approach What’s Best?
22:04 Phenom Poker’s Democratic Approach
23:55 Does Money on the Blockchain Facilitate Higher Stakes?
27:12 Built by Players with Decades in the Game
28:55 Whatever You Want to Play - Over 30 Variants at Launch
29:45 Decentralized Ownership Model - Get Your Money When You Want It
33:58 Attracting a Wide Variety of Players
40:53 More Variance in Tech Than in Poker
44:52 Picking the Right Team Members in Business
50:16 Lessons Learned in a Startup
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[@jackostripes5452]

Sounds awesome!

[@Jahzedi]

I hope Phenom is going to revive the online poker dream.

[@hahaGGed]

lol web3

[@TomRauhe]

With picture recognition and AI, online poker is dead and will forever stay dead. That won't stop people from playing, obviously.

[@teeraw4575]

So is it dead or are people playing dummy

[@TomRauhe]

@@teeraw4575 those that have not enough understanding for tech evolution will keep playing, either until they understand or run out of funds.

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