The Connector Podcast - Nordic Fintech Week - Lars' Journey from Trading Firm founding SaxoBank to Tech Innovator and Blockchain Visionary

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Ever wondered how a financial trading firm can transform into a leading technology solutions provider? On this episode of the Connector Podcast, we sit down with Lars, co-founder of Saxo Bank, who takes us through his riveting journey from the bank's inception in 1992 to his departure in 2018. Lars shares pivotal, often serendipitous, moments that shaped Saxo Bank’s trajectory, including the need to build their own trading platform and the unexpected development of their successful white-label model. This episode offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of a hybrid financial and technology powerhouse.
Moreover, Lars opens up about his post-Saxo Bank ventures, particularly his foray into blockchain technology. A visionary who invested in Bitcoin as early as 2011, Lars discusses the transformative potential of blockchain to address the limitations of centralized systems, especially within the financial sector. Despite having sold his Bitcoin too early, his enthusiasm for the technology remains undiminished. Tune in to hear Lars' expert insights on the slow yet promising development of blockchain and its future impact on the industry. This conversation is not to be missed for anyone interested in fintech innovation and the future of financial technology.

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