Andrew Duplessie is making his way in the industry as an actor, appearing in shows like "American Horror Story." But he is also an angel investor in cryptocurrency, working with VC companies to fund startups.
Duplessie sits down with Alyssa Julya Smith to discuss what he looks for in a crypto company and how he can tell when an entrepreneur has a good idea. He says he listens to pitches all day long, but at the end of the day, he really wants to see teamwork.
Duplessie sees the most growth in entrepreneurs who are looking to bring crypto to the average consumer. Finally, the investor describes how important sports are to blockchain and how the currency can make a difference in sports, both for players and fans.
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