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AI Governance in Financial Services: A Board-Level Imperative
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the financial services industry, offering unprecedented opportunities to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and unlock competitive advantages. At the same time, this evolution introduces complex challenges related to compliance, ethics, risk management, and maintaining
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AI in Financial Services: Preparing for the Next Two Years
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the financial services industry. According to McKinsey & Company, generative AI could add the equivalent of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually in value across 63 analyzed use cases. For executives in financial services,
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The Exponential Growth of AI Computing Power: Trends and Predictions for the Next Five Years
The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, driven by advancements in algorithms, the availability of massive datasets, and, crucially, the exponential increase in computing power. This article explores the projected growth of compute power
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North America’s Bold New Frontier: Silicon Valley’s Impact and Beyond
Technology will continue to revolutionise North America, with implications for the world economy. The North American continent, famous for its technical prowess and entrepreneurial zeal, is a global beacon of innovation. While Silicon Valley remains the epicentre of this creative
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Online Shopping or Selling? Just be Careful Out There…
Ruses and tricks to separate the gullible from their hard-earned cash are many and cunning. Here are some tips to stay safe. When it comes to online shopping, it’s not just customers who fall victim to scams. Businesses and sellers
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Africa Leapfrogging Challenges with its Mobile Solutions Boom
From fintech payment systems to drone-delivery of medical services, the continent is on a roll. Africa is embracing innovation continent-wide to address its particular set of issues and challenges. From infrastructure constraints and financial inclusion gaps to healthcare accessibility and
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Telegram Lives: Pavel Durov in Trouble but Refuses to Back Down
Russian-born activist and proponent of individual freedom in hot water, but defiant. Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, is a man cloaked in both admiration and controversy. His creation has emerged as a haven for free speech and privacy — but
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The AI Revolution in the Boardroom: AI Executives are Arriving Sooner Than You Think
The future of business leadership is no longer a distant prospect; it’s unfolding at an unprecedented pace. Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize the boardroom, and the rise of AI executives is no longer a question of “if” but
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Milan Fintech Summit 2024 Underlines Italian Ambitions
When asked to name the fintech capitals of Europe, most people would opt for Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, or the Baltic cities of Vilnius and Tallinn. But another destination has ambitions to play in the fintech ‘Champions League’—the Italian city of
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Latin America’s Wave of Innovation: Fintech Revolution and Social Impact
The region famed for its diverse cultures and rich history now has new ideas for its economies and societies. Latin America offers ideal proving ground for tech innovations, with a growing middle class, rising smartphone use, and an expanding hunger
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