Richard Entrup
Richard Entrup has led technology, innovation, and digital transformation programs at many prominent global brands including Verizon, Christie’s, Disney/ABC, Time Warner, MoMA, Viacom, and Tiffany & Co. At Christie’s he visioned and executed a major digital transformation program which included the first blockchain-based auction, augmented virtual reality hang app, predictive analytics and computer vision apps using AI and ML, as well as online mobile bidding during a live auction. In 2018, he helped to launch the inaugural Christie’s Art+Tech Summit, focused on Blockchain and AI. It was here that NFTs were first introduced to the traditional art world by ClubNFT CEO Jason Bailey (Artnome).
From How NFTs Changed the Art World, September 2023