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The Hidden Environmental Costs of Tech Giants’ AI Investments

Big tech is spending big on AI technologies. Training and operating them has raised concerns about environmental impact. What disclosures should sustainable investors demand?

What Is Non-Real Impact in Carbon Metrics?

Learn how market volatility can distort carbon metric comparisons over time, complicate medium-term target setting, and create additional reporting challenges.

AI’s Game-Changing Potential in Banking: Are You Ready for the Regulatory Risks?

As regulators continue to refine their understanding of AI and big data, financial institutions have an opportunity to shape the regulatory landscape by participating in discussions and implementing responsible practices.

AI in Investment Management: Ethics Case Study Part II

The use of AI technology in the investment management process and client communications holds many ethical dimensions. This is the second part of a case study through the lens of CFA Institute's Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct.

AI in Investment Management: Ethics Case Study

Can you identify the ethical issues that arise in this specific use case of AI in the investment management process and related client communications?

GIPS Annual: The Best Conference Yet! Digital Content Package Available

Get the digital package and have the 28th Annual GIPS Standards Annual Conference at your fingertips.

CFA Institute/IAA Issue Survey Report on Firm Practices for Complying with the SEC Marketing Rule

Survey results: How firms are dealing with some of the most challenging issues in the SEC Marketing Rule.

Navigating the Risks of AI in Finance: Data Governance and Management Are Critical

Big data-driven AI in financial services is a technology that augments human capabilities. We are living in countries governed by the rule of law, and only humans can adopt safeguards, make decisions, and take responsibility for the results.

Central Banks and the Green Economy: A Path to Sustainable Growth

The Fed and other leading central banks are progressively aligning with climate change policies. This marks an evolution toward a greener form of capitalism in the global capital markets.

Market and Model Risk: Sequentially Interweaved Risk Dimensions

Risk managers must look at market and model risk through a single lens to see the complete picture of their market-related investment and trading risks, as well as management costs, complexities, time, and regulatory requirements.