Steve Westfield, an AI guru and founder of leans.ai, shares his journey into the world of betting and how he developed an algorithm to beat the scammers in the sports handicapping industry. He discusses the challenges of making a living from betting and the importance of taking emotion out of the equation. Steve also explains how his AI algorithm differentiates itself from human handicappers and the potential applications of AI in other industries. He offers advice for those interested in betting and shares his marketing strategies for promoting his business. Takeaways Developing an AI algorithm can give a competitive edge in the sports handicapping industry. Taking emotion out of betting and relying on statistical analysis and historical trends can lead to more successful outcomes. The size of the betting market is significant, with millions of people placing bets each year. Making a living from betting is challenging due to sportsbooks limiting the amount that successful bettors can wager. Understanding human behavior and using AI to analyze data can provide valuable insights for betting strategies. Marketing strategies should focus on targeting the right audience and building trust through transparency and performance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 06:33 Creating an Algorithm to Beat the Scammers 08:07 Differentiating with AI 09:52 The Size of the Betting Market 13:21 The Challenge of Making a Living from Betting 17:43 Betting Philosophy and Strategies 20:26 Applying the Algorithm to Other Industries 24:40 Understanding Human Behavior for a Competitive Advantage 26:57 Expanding to Other Sports 30:14 Advice for Those Interested in Betting 34:34 Marketing and Promotion 39:08 Where to Find More Information
https://leans.ai/
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