Jorge Nader on AI-Powered Investing and Turning Tech into Financial Freedom | Modern Investing Podcast

Message the HostIn this episode, we sit down with Jorge Nader—software engineer, entrepreneur, and founder of Cognito Labs—to explore how creative thinking, technical innovation, and resilience can unlock new doors in both investing and entrepreneurship.An immigrant from Mexico, Jorge’s path to financial independence is a remarkable story of grit and ingenuity. From building gadgets as a child to earning a degree in electrical and computer engineering from Oregon State University, Jorge has always lived at the intersection of curiosity and capability. Along the way, he contributed to cutting-edge research in AI and flexible electronics before shifting his focus toward the markets.Faced with the financial pressure of student loans, Jorge took control by building his own trading bots and sentiment analysis systems. His journey—from early trial-and-error to data-driven investing success—offers a compelling look at how automation, discipline, and persistence can reshape your financial trajectory.You’ll learn:How Jorge built algorithmic trading tools using AI and market sentimentWhat early investing mistakes taught him about emotional discipline and riskWhy automation and creative thinking are vital in today’s fast-moving financial landscapeHow his company, Cognito Labs, is powering innovation across industries from robotics to diagnosticsWhy blending logic with intuition can be your greatest investing edge“Tech isn’t just a tool—it’s a bridge to freedom. You just have to build it.”Whether you're a tech-savvy investor, startup founder, or someone looking to create wealth on your own terms, this conversation offers powerful insights into leveraging technology, adapting through challenges, and investing with purpose.About Jorge Nader: Jorge Nader is the founder and CEO of Cognito Labs, LLC, a venture platform supporting breakthrough innovation in science and engineering. A former AI researcher and flexible electronics pioneer, Jorge now applies his deep technical background to investing, trading, and empowering others to achieve financial and creative independence through automation, strategy, and bold vision.Click Here to Check Out Our Upcoming Online Investing EventsAbout Sidepocket:If you don't have the time to professionally trade and are tired of being at the whim of the market's ups and downs, consider using Sidepocket to automate investing.Sidepocket monitors the markets 24/7 and automatically rebalances your holdings each month. To maximize returns while protecting against loss. That's why Sidepocket applies sophisticated quantitative methods, including tactical asset allocation to systematically minimize these drawdowns and consistently protect and grow your hard earned savings.To learn more, visit www.sidepocket.com