Florida tech investor won a fight at crypto event

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Tech industry figures are increasingly engaging in physical fights, with venture capitalist Andrew Batey winning a recent match at a cryptocurrency conference. This trend reflects a growing interest in combat sports among wealthy tech leaders. Batey, a Florida-based investor, fought at the ETHDenver conference, part of a movement where tech elites are embracing martial arts. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, is a prominent figure, showcasing his training and lamenting the lack of "masculine energy" in corporate culture. This new interest in fighting is linked to a broader cultural shift and a desire for a more masculine image. The fights, sometimes held at crypto conferences, are part of a new competition called Influencer Fight Club.


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