Wall Street Gambit: Where chess meets finance

This December, chess will be all the talk on Wall Street as hundreds of players from around the world will converge to participate in the 2024 FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships. 

As if the excitement of the games was not enough, FIDE is taking the fusion of chess and finance to the next level with the introduction of Wall Street Gambit; a one-of-a-kind chess and finance conference.

Featuring an exceptional lineup of keynote speakers, the unique opportunity to play blitz against legends Magnus Carlsen, Viswanathan Anand, and Fabiano Caruana, a tournament for attendees, and a networking cocktail hour, Wall Street Gambit promises to be an unmissable event—whether you’re from the world of chess or high finance.

“I personally believe that Chess and Finance are very close to each other. That’s why we came up with the idea of a unique conference Wall Street Gambit… Our conference will become a great opportunity to exchange the secrets of decision-making, focusing and emotion management skills,” said Timur Turlov, CEO of Freedom Holding Corp.. 

Wall Street Gambit will take place on December 29 at Cipriani 55 Wall Street. This unique conference will bring together two of the world’s most challenging arenas—chess and finance—for a day of strategic thinking, competition, and high-level networking. The event will feature some of the most renowned chess legends, including Magnus Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, and Viswanathan Anand, who will be joined by leading figures from the financial and tech worlds, including Boaz Weinstein, D. Sculley, and Kenneth Rogoff. 

The day will begin with a chess tournament for the conference participants, offering a chance to showcase their chess skills while setting the tone for the insightful discussions ahead. After the tournament, the conference will transition to keynote speeches from some of the most influential names in chess, finance, and AI, who will explore the intellectual parallels between the worlds. D. Sculley, CEO of Kaggle, will deliver a keynote titled “Predicting in the Face of Incomplete Knowledge: Chess, Finance, and Other Challenges for AI.” Kenneth Rogoff, economist and chess grandmaster, will speak on the topic “Chess, AI, and Economics”. 

One of the most exciting highlights will be the opportunity for VIP attendees to play blitz games against Magnus Carlsen, Viswanathan Anand, or Fabiano Caruana. This rare chance to test your skills against two of the greatest players ever is sure to be a thrilling experience for all involved. As the day winds down, there will be a photo opportunity and awards ceremony, followed by a networking cocktail hour—an ideal setting to connect with leaders from both the chess and financial sectors. 

Wall Street Gambit reflects the growing interest in chess within corporate and financial circles. Events like the World Corporate Chess Championship have shown how chess can enhance decision-making and leadership. Chess is more than just a game; it’s a tool for sharpening analytical thinking, and it will be on full display at Wall Street Gambit.

Whether you are a chess player, a finance professional, or simply someone who enjoys intellectual challenges, Wall Street Gambit promises to be a transformative event. Set in the iconic backdrop of Wall Street, this is your chance to experience the exciting intersection of chess and finance.

Don’t miss out! Tickets are limited, and they’re expected to sell out quickly. Secure yours here.