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Polychain puts its money on HotStreak to streamline sports betting using blockchain

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In the world of sports betting, instant payments and reliable custody are key to the user experience. HotStreak , a web3 platform for daily fantasy sports (DFS) contests, is wagering that the decentralized nature of the blockchain makes it an ideal solution for DFS platforms. It doubled in size in 2021 with over $52.7

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The use cases for a private wireless networks are many and increasing

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Whether an enterprise’s use cases demand 4G LTE connectivity or the unprecedented speed and low latency of 5G, private wireless networks are helping keep devices, networks, and people connected and able to share and access data in real or near-real time.

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LeagueApps raises $15M to be the ‘operating system’ for youth sports organizations

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Youth sports are an integral part of our communities, bringing families together and helping kids all over gain confidence and skills. Today, LeagueApps , which aims to be the operating system for youth sports organizations, announced it has raised $15 million in a Series B round of funding. It’s a lot. Image Credits: LeagueApps.

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Fixed wireless access (FWA) is a secure networking option

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When making decisions about network access, businesses need to be aware of and assess the security implications associated with network technology to help keep their digital assets protected. Cyber hygiene best practices include device security , cyber security education , and secure networking strategies.

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Hiro Capital puts $2.3M into team sports tracking platform PlayerData — as does Sir Terry Leahy

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Hiro Capital has gradually been making a name for itself as an investor in the area know as “Digital Sports” or DSports for short. based PlayerData uses wearable technology and software tracking to give grass-roots and professional sports teams feedback on their training. It also has strong network effects, it says.

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Fantasy fantasy sport Blaseball developers score $3M seed funding to go mobile

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Likewise, games — told through simple text summaries of the action like you might see in the corner of a sports site — involve hits, balls, and stealing, but also incineration, shaming, and secret bases. They have an amazing network of people in the games industry, and at the end of the day they’re not prescriptive,” he said.

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Fire up CrunchMatch today and start networking with TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 attendees

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 takes place on September 21-23, but why wait to get your network mojo working? Granted, networking can sometimes feel like a contact sport, especially at a global event with more than 10,000 attendees. The CrunchMatch networking platform is such a smart, useful tool. Why not help them tell yours?

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