UCL Institute of Finance & Technology

🎉 *Celebrating a Successful Workshop in Tokyo!* 🎉 Yesterday, UCL Institute of Finance & Technology proudly co-hosted a cutting-edge workshop in Tokyo, sponsored by UCL Global Engagement Fund! The event was organised by our own Dr. Carlo Campajola, Lecturer in AI and Financial Analytics, in collaboration with Dr Ryohei Hisano from the The University of Tokyo and the Canon Institute for Global Studies. The workshop focused on new methods for the analysis of bank transfer data and their transformative potential for macroeconomic insights. The event brought together a stellar lineup of participants, including Prof. Hiroshi Iyetomi (Rissho University), Prof. Claudio J. Tessone (University of Zurich), Prof. Tsutomu Watanabe (University of Tokyo) and the team led by Tadaaki Hayakawa from Mizuho Bank, Japan's third-largest bank and leading innovator in digital services. We are thrilled to have fostered this platform for academic-industry collaboration, highlighting innovative approaches to financial data analysis and advancing the intersection of AI/ML, data science and macroeconomics. A huge thank you to all the speakers and participants for their invaluable contributions and insightful discussions. Together, we’re shaping the future of financial technology and research! #UCLIFT #FinancialTechnology #AI #Macroeconomics #BankingInnovation

Sometimes, I’m the one who actually learns from my students! Simon Levy has shown that investors can use art as a valuable way to diversify their portfolios. He created his own index to track the performance of the top 100 artists, using over 80,000 transaction data points, and demonstrated that allocating 20% to blue-chip art can increase risk-adjusted returns by ~20%, all while maintaining S&P 500-level volatility. I’m genuinely impressed by the creativity of students from UCL Arts and Sciences (UASc) and the UCL Institute of Finance & Technology.

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 I'm thrilled to announce the release of my new book, The Web3 Revolution: Building the Future of Blockchain, DeFi, and the Metaverse! 📘 Over the past twelve months, I poured my passion and research into this comprehensive guide to Web3 - a space evolving at breakneck speed. From blockchain fundamentals to the future of DeFi and the metaverse, this book offers insights into the technologies reshaping our digital world. 🌐 And as we launch, Bitcoin (BTC) continues to break all-time highs, underscoring the relevance and urgency of these innovations! 📈 Whether you're a tech enthusiast, investor, or curious about the decentralized future, I invite you to explore these revolutionary concepts. Check it out here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHUPPG3p Thank you for your support! #Web3 #Blockchain #DeFi #Metaverse #Bitcoin

🦓 "Social entrepreneurs are not content just to give a fish or teach how to fish. They will not rest until they have revolutionized the fishing industry." — Bill Drayton, Ashoka Foundation We’re delighted to share insights from the second session of our “Social Entrepreneurship: Opportunities and Challenges for #Zebras in a World Fond of Unicorns” course here at UCL Institute of Finance & Technology! 🙏 A heartfelt thank you to Helena Riese Harstad for joining us remotely from GIIN in Amsterdam. Her discussion on impact-focused foundations and the pivotal role they play in financing social change brought invaluable perspectives from her work with the Optimizer Foundation. 📚 This session explored essential topics such as #ScalingImpact, #ImpactWashing mitigation, and the structural challenges and opportunities in hybrid #SocialEnterprises. Research from the Euclid Network - the European Social Enterprise Network (EN) and contributions from Social Finance further enriched our discussions, sparking thought-provoking conversations among attendees. 📅 With three more sessions to go, we’re excited to continue diving into the complexities and opportunities of social entrepreneurship. Join us next time and be part of the conversation on 6th November!

🦓 We’re thrilled to share highlights from the first session of our short course "Social Entrepreneurship: Opportunities and Challenges for #Zebras in a World Fond of Unicorns" at the UCL Institute of Finance & Technology! 🙏 A big thank you to Edward Yee for joining us and leading an impactful discussion on #impactmanagement and #impactmeasurement. His expertise in causality, theory of change, and logframes added invaluable insight, sparking vibrant discussions with our attendees.

Inspiring Learning at UCL Institute of Finance & Technology's THE SPACE 2BE Short Course Last Wednesday, we had the pleasure of welcoming Domenico Scopelliti, a highly experienced FIFA Football Agent and lawyer at Valentino & Partners, to lead the "Business and Sport" Short Course, a key module within THE SPACE 2BE program. This course was highly appreciated by students, attracting not only UCL participants but also sports enthusiasts from the Stratford community. 🎓⚽ Our program is dedicated to driving sustainable development around Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park area 🏞️, transforming this vibrant area into a thriving and sustainable community. The short courses continue every Wednesday with upcoming modules on: THE SPACE 2BE: Social Entrepreneurship 🌍💼 THE SPACE 2BE: Business and Sport 🏆📊 For those interested in joining, you can register through the links below: https://lnkd.in/gnzPcedG https://lnkd.in/gsA-36F6 We look forward to welcoming more participants to these exciting and impactful sessions! 🙌✨ #UCL #BusinessAndSport #SocialEntrepreneurship #SustainableDevelopment #QueenElizabethOlympicPark #StratfordCommunity #ShortCourses

🔍PhD Journal Club at UCL Institute of Finance & Technology: Fostering Future Leaders in Finance and Technology 💡Every Wednesday, the PhD students at the UCL Institute of Finance & Technology participate in our Journal Club, led by our lecturer in Artificial Intelligence and Financial Analytics, Carlo Campajola. This week, Philipp Wirth led an engaging session, discussing cutting-edge research in finance, focusing on the application of innovative techniques in empirical asset pricing. 👩🎓 Our PhD students are always eager to dive deep into the latest research and discussions, pushing the boundaries of knowledge in finance. At IFT, we are committed to fostering an environment where these future leaders can collaborate and exchange ideas that will shape the future of the financial industry. 📚UCL Institute of Finance & Technology remains at the forefront of finance and technology, nurturing talent that will drive innovation and transform industries globally. #PhDResearch #FinanceAndTechnology #UCL #IFT #FutureLeaders #InnovationInFinance #FinancialAnalytics #AcademicExcellence

🌐 Exploring the Future of Finance: Web3, Blockchain, and Accountancy 🌐 At the UCL Institute of Finance & Technology, we are committed to leading conversations that shape the future of finance and technology. Web3, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies are reshaping industries, and their impact on accountancy cannot be overlooked. In a recent article by The Institute of Financial Accountants, UCL IFT’s Dr. Hui Gong shared insights on how decentralised technologies are transforming accounting practices and the financial ecosystem. This shift brings both opportunities and challenges for professionals navigating this rapidly evolving landscape. Read the full article to learn more about how Web3 is poised to revolutionise the financial world: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKh9hWUB #UCLIFT #FinTech #Web3 #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency #Accountancy #Innovation #FutureOfFinance

🌐 Insightful Visit from CUHK Business School's Financial MBA Program at UCL Institute of Finance & Technology 🌐 We had the distinct pleasure of hosting the Financial MBA (FMBA) delegation from The Chinese University of Hong Kong at UCL Institute of Finance & Technology this Tuesday. The visit provided a wonderful platform for exchanging ideas on the transformative impact of FinTech in the digital economy. Prof Francesca Medda, our esteemed Director, enriched our discussions with a compelling lecture on the importance of responsible finance in public investments. It was an incredible opportunity to showcase IFT's cutting-edge laboratories, each a lab for pioneering research and development in financial technology. We're grateful for the engaging exchange of ideas and perspectives that took place. Thanks also to The Hong Kong Management Association and the numerous Chinese financial institutions and businesses that supported this enriching encounter. We cherish these moments that bring academics and professionals together, sparking conversations that drive the financial industry forward. #FinTech #DigitalEconomy #FinanceEducation #UCLIFT #AcademicExchange #Innovation

🚀 Exciting Event Alert: Exploring Stablecoins & CBDCs at UCL! We're thrilled to announce an insightful event co-organized by the DLT Science Foundation (DSF) and UCL, focusing on the dynamic world of Stablecoins and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). Join us on 2nd October at Malet Place, UCL from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM BST to delve into the latest trends and technological advancements shaping our financial systems' future. 🎙 Highlight of the Event: Carlo Campajola, our esteemed colleague from the UCL Institute of Finance & Technology, will share his expertise in a compelling session titled "Effects of Transparency on Stablecoin Liquidity During the Collapse of SVB". This is an incredible opportunity to gain insights from Carlo's recent research and understand the critical impacts of market movements on digital currencies. This event is perfect for professionals, academics, and anyone enthusiastic about staying at the forefront of digital finance. In addition to the engaging talks, attendees will enjoy ample opportunities to network with industry experts and peers. 🎟️ Secure your free ticket now and be part of the conversation that shapes the future of digital finance. https://lnkd.in/gXm4xi9z #UCL #DigitalFinance #Stablecoins #CBDC #FinTech #Blockchain