I recently presented at the AI and Data Science in Trading conference on new methods to identify macro trends (especially technology macro trends), and more narrowly trade ideas for public market investors. I’m drawing from my research on origination for private equity/VC funds; how large corporates can identify the most relevant disruptive companies; and elicitation....
[Continue Reading]Artificial intelligence in financial services
I’ve presented at a few conferences lately on AI in financial services, particularly on how investors are using AI. I’ve posted here an expanded version of my slides. I provide an overview of why AI is a tool that so many people are exploring; what I think increases the odds of success for companies using AI;...
[Continue Reading]For emerging VC and private equity investors: Accelerators, Platforms, Communities, and Incubators
This is part of a series on building your career in venture capital: Reading list for working in private equity/venture capital, including all of the major online communities, programs, and educational options for people studying VC How to win consulting, board, operating, and investment roles with private equity and venture capital funds (video) How to...
[Continue Reading]Introduction to the New York fintech community
I recently met with a friend who’s a senior executive at a large investment management organization. She said, “fintech is really interesting, but I don’t have a clue as to how to get started.” So I shared with her my notes on who the players are in the ecosystem. If there are additional players I...
[Continue Reading]Institutional Investor’s cover story is our research study on innovation in investing
We’re happy to report that Institutional Investor just published our research study as their April cover story: “Asset Managers, Prepare to Have Your Business Disrupted” (about 2,000 words). You can download the full study in PDF (10,000 words) or join the discussion around the paper here on Authorea (where I’m an investor and board member). (Authorea...
[Continue Reading]How startups are disrupting financial technology
I participated in the Milken Institute Global Conference last week, for the first time. It was very worthwhile, a chance to connect primarily with other investors (mostly public markets/private equity), and a range of other people (media, tech, academics, etc.) I definitely recommend attending if you have the chance. I spoke on a panel about Disruptive...
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