Des Dickerson: The Easiest Way To Start in Bitcoin

May 28, 2024

Des Dickerson, Co-Founder of THNDR Games, discusses integrating Bitcoin in gaming and the 'Play to Win' model, educating women about finance through mobile games, and the potential of Bitcoin in the gaming industry. They also explore Bitcoin adoption, institutional investors, and balancing wedding costs with investments.

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Introduction

00:00 • 3min

Exploring Gaming, Bitcoin Incentives, and Payment Integration

02:59 • 2min

Exploring the Integration of Bitcoin in Gaming and the 'Play to Win' Model

04:35 • 3min

Bitcoin and Gaming: Revolutionizing the Industry

07:55 • 8min

Introducing Bitcoin through Gaming and Encouraging User Engagement

16:20 • 2min

Exploring Bitcoin's Journey and Future Adoption

18:43 • 7min

Balancing Wedding Costs and Bitcoin Investments

25:16 • 2min

In this episode with Des Dickerson, Co-founder, and CEO of THNDR Games, we discuss:

Des's background and Bitcoin journey
Building THNDR Games, a company that allows you to win Bitcoin through online gaming
Why women are among the biggest gaming consumers
Balancing people's addiction to their mobile devices
Introducing Bitcoin education through games

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Bio: Des Dickerson is the Co-Founder and CEO of THNDR Games, a company whose mission is to bring Bitcoin to the world through mobile games. She was previously VP of Business Operations at Lightning Labs. Des earned her Bachelor's in Biology/Endocrinology from the University of Chicago, and a Master's in Biophysics and Physiology from Georgetown University. Follow Des on X at https://x.com/dickerson_des

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