BillyBets, #1 AI Sports betting agent
Sports betting is enormous.
You cant watch tv or walk down the street in Europe without being hit with betting adverts. Sports betting is also growing at breakneck speed in America But everyone knows that traditional sports betting has major problems - fragmented ecosystem, hard to find the best odds - odds are always stacked against bettors - if you win a lot, bookies will either refuse to pay out or ban you from future betting Crypto sports betting provides rails to solve these issues When you bet on a smart contract platform, if you win, you get paid out. Users are never blocked from @Polymarket, for example.
Introducing @BillyBets_ai
What if you could build an AI agent specifically for sports betting? An agent that never sleeps, that sucks up all the critical data to make the best betting calls, and in-build with autonomous risk management strategies that allows it to take systematic profit This. Is. BillyBets. DISCLAIMER: @227_fund is invested in $BILLY
BillyBets is just over 50 days old It's backed by the $BILLY token, which is currently valued at just over $5M market cap. @BillyBets_ai has the potential to break out of the crypto bubble and into the wider mainstream zeitgeist Billy is aiming to become the #1 sports influencer and bettor in the world Today, Billy bets on Polymarket and other decentralized onchain sports betting platforms. It was created on Virtuals, while its plugged into the Bittensor Subnet 41, also known as @sportstensor. This is the first data provider to Billy, and more date sources are consistently being added While many are building agents to have wallets and trade, Billy is actually doing this today Billy is a leader, a pioneer After turning $50 into $650 during its a test phase, a token launch funded Billy with a $100k wallet which its now trading daily @BillyBets_ai has now wagered $669k in total in under two months Billy has two main features: (1) Billy the research assistant, and (2) Billy the bettor
Billy the research assistant - anyone can engage with Billly to gain insights into sports betting. This can be done on a range of social media platforms (X, TG, Discord) Think of Billy as a ChatGPT specific for sports betting. Soon, Billy could prompt holders which sports bets to make based on your habits. Better sports data in an agentic manner
Billy the bettor - today Billy bets on NBA, MLB, and last weekend at the Masters it began betting on golf too Impressively, Billy correctly predicted Rory McIlroy to win the Masters plus Ludvig Aberg to outperform Xander Schauffele
The $BILLY token
$BILLY is a fully diluted token The burn flywheel: Billy uses 50% of all winnings to buyback and burn its token.
What’s on the roadmap?
Token-Gated Website: Build a premium website accessible only to $BILLY token holders. Develop advanced research tools and betting features exclusive to token holders.
Billy Vaults: This will allow holders to tag along to Billy’s bets directly and hopefully reap from its insights. Access to vaults will be based on $BILLY holdings. The bigger the bag, the most opportunity you’ll have to take part in the vault. - Multi-Platform Integration: Expand Billy Bets' presence to additional social media platforms for wider reach and engagement. Provide additional access to other betting platforms in order to increase Billy’s edge.
Sports and Bet Type Expansion: Increase the range of sports Billy can analyze and bet on. Implement capabilities for various bet types, including parlays, prop bets, and live betting.
Sportsbook Aggregator: Leverage its integration with multiple decentralized sports betting platforms to provide an aggregator that will be able to leverage liquidity across multiple platforms, allowing for larger bets and reduced slippage. Create a synthetic orderbook for specific betting markets, and establish a maker and taker fee that will be charged to betters with a discount for $BILLY holders above a certain threshold.
Invalidation thesis / Risks
The most obvious risk is that Billy does manage to become profitable. This will clearly lead to a loss of confidence in the project Simply put, Billy has to make money or it won't make it. But the early signs are incredibly encouraging.
Who are the team behind $BILLY?
@BunchuBets is the CEO, and he's the perfect on-hands leader for this project thanks to his experience in sports betting and crypto Also involved are @0xVonBismarck, @cbsutton3, and @_bcbread. BillyBets has a great team who are working every day to make it even better.
Why @AskBillyBets could be the real deal
BillyBets has already become a significant presence on X, producing millions of views as users ask it sports betting questions on a daily basis When BillyBets starts covering more sports like soccer, the prediction is that BillyBets will grow it's mindshare enormously Provided BillyBets can also show a positive winning percentage too, its easy to see how this AI agent will break into the mainstream media We've been around long enough to remember how stories like Paul the Octopus went viral Do you really think the first dedicated sports betting AI agent, BillyBets, isn't going to demand attention if it starts winning regularly too?
IX Swap ($IXS): Revolutionizing RWA Trading in the DeFi Space
In the ever-evolving world of DeFi, IX Swap ($IXS) is making waves as a go-to platform for trading Real World Asset (RWA) tokens. Dubbed the "Uniswap for RWAs," IX Swap is poised to bridge the gap between traditional assets and the crypto world.
IX Swap boasts a strong regulatory foundation, with licenses in Singapore and the Bahamas. The project has garnered support from heavyweight investors, including Coinbase.
In 2023 IX Swap was acquired by InvestaX, a Singapore-licensed tokenization Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution. InvestaX recently became the first licensed RWA tokenization platform built on Coinbase’s blockchain, Base. These events have expanded IX Swap's product portfolio and paved the way for IX Swap’s integration with the Coinbase wallet, further enhancing the product’s accessibility and utility.
IX Swap is not just about trading; it's about democratizing access to real-world assets. The platform offers a launchpad allowing investments as low as $1, making it accessible to a wide range of investors.
Additionally, IX Swap plans to introduce staking with attractive benefits, including RWA token airdrops.
$IXS Token
The $IXS token, with a total supply of 180 million and 167 million in circulation, is designed with deflationary mechanics.
These are main features of the $IXS token:
The token is deflationary courtesy of the use of buyback/burns from fees
Holders receive discounted fees by paying with IXS
Staking rewards
Governance/LP rewards coming soon
Investment Potential
At 22/7 we firmly believe in IX Swap's potential and are holders of $IXS.
With actual licences in hand enabling tangible access to liquidity, IX Swap has first-mover advantage in the secondary trading of RWA token.
On the potential, IX Swap is positioned to create fully legal and compliant liquidity pool for a fresh wave of RWA tokens. Moreover, these tokens can then be traded on IX Swap: a fully regulated DEX.
It's important to note the current low liquidity of $2.1M as a risk factor.
To conclude, our tl,dr consideration on IX Swap.
‘Uniswap of RWA’ with first mover advantage in secondary trading of these tokens
They have build a regulatory/licensing moat which enables them to faciliate pools for anyone to launch RWA pool
Coinbase is an investor
B2B strategy. IX Swap can be integrated with any CEX (i.e. Coinbase integrating tech for users to trade RWA directly on Base in a compliant way)
Aside from all of the above, IX Swap has also built a strong community of holders who evangelise the product to the wider investing community
We are hiring a Junior Analyst
We are seeking a talented and motivated Junior Analyst to join our team.
Title: Junior Analyst - Crypto Projects - Company: 22/7 GP (227.fund)
Location: Remote
Job Type: External Contractor
22/7 is a forward-thinking private investment fund specializing in web3 projects ready to shape the future of the Internet.
Our passion is identifying and supporting innovative blockchain projects with the potential for breakthrough growth.
We are seeking a talented and motivated Junior Analyst to join our team and contribute to the research and evaluation of promising crypto projects. As an Analyst, you will play a crucial role in identifying and assesing potential investment opportunities, leveraging a variety of online tools and data sources. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the innovative and rapidly-evolving crypto industry.
Responsibilities:
1. Research and Analysis
- Conduct in-depth research on various crypto projects using online tools such as social media platforms (Crypto Twitter, Discord) and on-chain data sources (Nansen, TokenTerminal, L2Beat) as well as AI tools.
- Evaluate project fundamentals, including team background, technology, adoption, tokenomics, and market positioning.
2. Project Funnel Creation and Documentation
- Develop and maintain a robust funnel of potential projects for consideration by the fund.
- Identify key metrics and criteria for project selection, ensuring alignment with the fund's investment strategy.
- Maintain detailed documentation of research findings, analyses, and project evaluations.
- Prepare reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
3. Trend monitoring
- Stay informed about market trends, news, and developments within the crypto space.
- Monitor and analyze the performance of existing portfolio projects.
Qualifications:
- Strong interest and understanding of the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry.
- Familiarity with online tools and platforms commonly used in crypto research.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively and proactively.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about the crypto space and possess the skills and qualifications outlined above, we invite you to get in touch via our website 227.fund/contactus (check ‘talent’). Feel free to send us your CV and socials; or email at talent [at] 227 [dot] fund
In your application, please include 1) your CV and 2) provide a short summary of one contrarian view you hold on anything crypto related.
Empyreal: The Gateway to Blockchain Innovation - A 22/7 Investment Perspective
With the increasing adoption of blockchain technology, the demand for efficient and user-friendly tools to harness its potential has grown significantly. However, despite the growing demand, it's evident that most of these tools remain lacking in usability and functionality. At 22/7 we believe that the next big investable opportunity in Web3 are projects that aim to dramatically reduce friction for developers and users alike by providing such types of toolkits.
This insight is what drives EmpyrealSDK, an innovative project that aims to bridge the gap between the rapidly expanding Web3 landscape and traditional developers. EmpyrealSDK offers an intuitive interface for developers who may not be familiar with blockchain-centric languages like Solidity, thus driving widespread adoption and fostering innovation within the crypto space. Additionally, it streamlines the creation and management of decentralized applications through a modular approach, real-time data streaming, flexible automation, and end-to-end privacy features.
Simplicity and Versatility: EmpyrealSDK aims to democratize the crypto space, much like how Shopify revolutionized ecommerce and Stripe streamlined payment processing for everyday users. With this SDK, Empyreal empowers developers, irrespective of their blockchain knowledge
Modularity: EmpyrealSDK takes a unique modular approach, employing distinct modules within the SDK. These modules function as self-contained units of execution and can be stacked as needed to create or support individual products. Each module simplifies and encapsulates a specific functionality, such as the swapping mechanism in the DEX module. This approach minimizes the requirement for users to possess extensive knowledge of smart contract architecture or specialized domain expertise.
Use cases: The versatility of EmpyrealSDK goes beyond specific use-cases like bots and applies to any blockchain application that requires automation. While existing frameworks may not provide comprehensive solutions for certain tasks, such as setting limit orders, EmpyrealSDK aims to offer a robust framework. This framework enables users to develop trading strategies or automate any blockchain interaction. Empyreal’s ultimate goal is to create a framework that is comparable to Apache Airflow in Web 2.0 development. It will be capable of managing automation for users and facilitating the creation of complex, potentially interconnected pipelines. These pipelines can trigger actions within a Web3 environment, empowering developers to build larger-scale applications.
Security: The toolkit is enhanced by the Enclave, a product that prioritizes wallet abstraction, privacy, and security. EmpyrealSDK and the Enclave work together to make Web3 development more accessible, efficient, and cost-effective.
While Empyreal is a fantastic product, it also offers enormous investment potential. Here’s why.
Product Market Fit: Empyreal’s unique offering creates value for both developers and users. Its SDK rapidly accelerates development, removes complexity and provides delightful user experiences. As the ultimate ‘picks and shovels’ infrastructure project, it has the potential to transform many wide-ranging areas such as trading, user privacy, yield management and automations.
Experienced Team: Ex-FAANG, worked on blockchain projects both independently and within larger organizations. Extremely fast-moving and laser-focused on delivering on the roadmap.
Partnerships: The partnership strategy has two distinct but symbiotic approaches: integrate-in and integrate-out. The former addresses onboarding other protocols into the SDK to improve its versatility (e.g. Orderly for perps). While the latter, is naturally focussed on driving adoption of the SDK in the market. Imminent release of the SDK will drive ‘bottom-up’ adoption, while current discussions with some of the top projects and protocols are geared at establishing ‘flagship’ partnerships from the outset.
Community & Marketing: Empyreal has built a smart, loyal and supportive community. This organic growth has been amplified by strong hires to increase frequency, quality and transparency of comms. We’ve been especially impressed by the recent rebrand paired with the white paper release.
As a sign of our conviction in the Empyreal team and product, 22/7 are actively supporting Empyreal in their strategic, operational, business development and marketing efforts. 22/7 brings a wealth of business expertise and experience to the table, and we are excited to leverage that knowledge alongside the Empyreal team. A member of our team is an integral part of the day-to-day running of the project, helping accelerate it across key strategic and operational workstreams.
In conclusion, 22/7's commitment to Empyreal extends far beyond a financial investment. We view ourselves as key partners in Empyreal's evolving journey to success..
We couldn’t be more excited for what’s next!
