What happens when a fintech CEO discovers that the chess world is also a great market for investment?
In this episode, TipRanks CEO Uri Gruenbaum shares how one YouTube discovery changed his view of chess, business, and the power of digital audiences. He talks about finding Hikaru Nakamura by accident and realizing he’s a rock star, not just a player; how chess influences corporate strategy and decision-making; and why smart companies are now investing in chess.
From the trading floor to the chessboard — this is where fintech meets the mind game.
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