World Chess Announces Interactive Event ‘Hans Niemann vs. You’ at Web Summit 2024
World Chess, in collaboration with partner it.com Domains, is set to host an interactive chess event like no other at the annual technology conference Web Summit 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal. The event, titled ‘Hans Niemann vs. You’, will give participants from around the world the opportunity to challenge Grandmaster Hans Niemann, known for his unconventional playing style.
Participants will have the chance to collectively vote and decide each move against the Grandmaster, with the match being livestreamed from the Web Summit conference stage. The voting process will be displayed in real time, allowing viewers to see the strategy behind each move as it unfolds.
Ilya Merenzon, CEO of World Chess, expressed excitement about bringing this unique event to Web Summit, where tech leaders can engage with the game of chess and contribute to its evolution. Partnering with it.com Domains and Web Summit provides World Chess with a platform to showcase the excitement of chess to a global tech audience.
In addition to the ‘Hans Niemann vs. You’ event, World Chess has been making significant strides in the digital chess space. The company recently announced the World Chess Tour (WCT), set to launch in 2025, which will feature top chess players in a series of tournaments modeled after the ATP Tour in tennis. With an expected 60 global broadcast partners, the WCT aims to offer significant exposure through live events, online platforms, and televised matches.
World Chess’s partnership with it.com Domains and its exclusive license from FIDE, the international governing body for chess, position the company for continued growth and success in the online chess market. With a forecasted revenue growth of CAGR 43% between 2023 and 2025, World Chess is poised to make a significant impact in the world of chess entertainment.
The ‘Hans Niemann vs. You’ event at Web Summit 2024 promises to be an engaging and interactive experience for chess enthusiasts and tech leaders alike, showcasing the excitement and strategy of the game on a global stage. Stay tuned for updates and follow World Chess for more news on this exciting event.