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The Sustainability Story features intimate conversations with thought leaders from the world of ESG investing and sustainability. The topics include anything and everything about where finance intersects with the environment, governance, society, climate change, biodiversity, human capital management, regulations, standards, and more. Now reimagined with three hosts, each focused on a unique aspect of the investment industry, we will continue to tell the story of how we got here and where we ...
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Welcome to AI, Government, and the Future, a podcast by Corner Alliance. We explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, government, and the future. Join us as we dive into the latest AI advancements, government policies, and innovative strategies to shape the future of our society. Whether you're a policy maker, venture capitalist, academic, or industry leader, this podcast will provide valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions to help you navigate the evolving landscape o ...
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Presentations given at Oxford's International Conference on Water Security, Risk and Society, April 16-18th 2012. The event convened many of the world's leading thinkers from science, policy and enterprise to understand the status of and pathways to water security at multiple scales.
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Uncertainty is part and parcel of scientific information and the various disciplines (e.g., medical, management and social and environmental sciences) have developed vocabularies and scientific means of communicating that uncertainty. In addition, different decision-making and policy communities have developed means of using information and data that to different extents includes the associated uncertainties. For example the medical community has considerable experience in presenting and com ...
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In this episode of AI, Government, and the Future, we are joined by Nathan Manzotti, Director of Data Analytics and AI Centers of Excellence at the General Services Administration (GSA), to discuss the current state and future potential of AI in the federal government. They explore GSA's role in enabling AI adoption across agencies, key initiatives…
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Brian Morrison, Former LLM Specialist and Liaison at the Department of the Air Force Chief Data and AI Office, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future to discuss the transformative potential of AI, especially generative AI, in cybersecurity and defense. With his extensive experience in military intelligence and IT project management, B…
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In this episode of AI, Government, and the Future, Alan Pentz goes solo to reflect on some of the big themes that he has learned from the podcast so far, including the regulatory challenges surrounding AI, the importance of energy in powering the technology, AI's future in mobile devices, and the potential profit landscape. If you enjoyed this epis…
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Josina Kamerling and Leena Linnainmaa, Secretary General of Directors' Institute Finland, and Chair of ecoDa’s Advocacy Committee, have a conversation on the impact of the proposed new EU rules on corporate governance and due diligence on European companies and their board of directors.
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Kevin Surace, Chairman and CTO of Appvance.ai, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future to delve into the impact of AI on various industries, the future of employment, and the challenges of trust in AI systems. They also discuss the potential of generative AI, how to address the technology's risks to ensure safety use and the government…
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Rodrigo Loureiro, Chief Executive Officer of Cyber Connective Corporation, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future to discuss the transformative potential of AI in cybersecurity and its impact on governments. They explore how AI can enhance productivity, detect cyber threats, and improve cybersecurity posture. Rodrigo also touches upon…
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Julian Jacobs, a Research Lead for the Oxford Group on AI Policy, Artificial Intelligence, Inequality and Society at Oxford Martin School, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future to explore the economic effects of AI, the potential inequalities that AI may bring, and the need to address job displacement. They also navigate the importan…
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Mina Narayanan, a Research Analyst of AI Assessment at the Center for Security and Emerging Technology, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future to discuss the challenges of assessing AI systems and managing their risk. They explore the evolving landscape of AI assessment and the need for standards and testing to address bias and risks.…
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In this episode of The Sustainability Story, host Andres Vinelli interviews Marcos Buscaglia, an economist and author of Beyond the ESG Portfolio: How Wall Street Can Help Democracies Survive. Marcos discusses the impact of capital markets on funding democracies and autocratic regimes, emphasizing the importance for investors to consider democracy …
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Max Romanik and Marc Leh, Principal Consultants at Corner Alliance, join this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the exciting role of AI in government. They discuss how AI is being integrated into various sectors, such as R&D and homeland security, to identify potential threats and improve efficiency, the government'…
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Andrew Nowicki, Team Lead of Product Manager for AI and Data Accelerator at the DoD Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the topic of responsible AI. They discuss how the DoD's new data and AI strategy empowers human-centric decisions and secure innova…
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Dr. Fred Oswald, Professor and Herbert S. Autrey Chair in Social Sciences in the Department of Psychological Sciences at Rice University, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the potential impact of AI on workforce performance, how bridging AI's potential and human expertise enhances productivity, and AI eth…
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Mike Sexton, Senior Policy Advisor for Cyber and AI at Third Way, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and policy. They dive into the role of AI in modern warfare and society, how AI technology is far from achieving sentience, and the potential applications of AI in the…
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This episode of the Sustainability Story explores the world of impact investing in real estate, with a specific focus on affordable housing. Host Andres Vinelli is joined by Jeff Brenner, President and CEO of IMPACT Community Capital, an investment advisor dedicated to advancing opportunity in under-invested communities. They discuss the origins of…
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Jeff Berkowitz, Founder and CEO of Delve, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to dive into the current state of AI regulation and its impact on the tech industry. They discuss the global push for AI regulation and the innovation challenge, Delve's "The Revolution Will Not Be Computerized" report, and how AI is revolut…
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From the DoD Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, Glenn Parham, a Software Engineer and Data Scientist, and Andrew "Drew" Brooks, Lead Scientist for Responsible AI tools, join us on this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz. They’ll shed light on how the DoD leverages the potential of generative AI, LLMs and ethical …
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Arnold Kling, a Self-Employed Writer, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to discuss the transformative potential of AI in government and society. They explore how AI chatbots will personalize learning and teaching, the dilemma of AI in the culture wars, and how to navigate the thin line between innovation and regulat…
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Max Sklar, Host of The Local Maximum Podcast, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the evolution and impact of generative AI technology. They dive into the revolutionary impact of generative AI on creativity and expression, the importance of balancing AI innovation and government regulation, and the transfor…
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Andreas Braun, Director at PwC Luxembourg for AI and Data Science, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore how governments can leverage AI to improve citizen services. They discuss the collaboration between AI and governments in Europe, the role of large language models and AI in the public sector, as well as t…
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2023 was a year of milestones for regulations and standards to improve sustainable investment transparency, comparability, and credibility. In this episode of The Sustainability Story, host Deborah Kidd, CFA, talks with James Alexander, chief executive at UKSIF. They discuss the new UK regulation for sustainable investment product labels, the IFRS …
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George DelPrete, Managing Director at Cherry Bekaert, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to discuss the challenges and opportunities of IT modernization and artificial intelligence (AI) in the federal government. He shares insightful perspectives on the ongoing struggle with legacy systems, the potential of AI in cha…
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In this solo episode, Alan Pentz explores the dynamic AI landscape. Covering the groundbreaking advancements and swift transformations within the field, he delves into the influential roles played by tech giants such as OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, and Mistral. He underscores the ongoing discourse around regulation in AI, spotlighting the complexitie…
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Alex Wirth, Co-Founder and CEO of Quorum joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to discuss the impact of AI on public policy advocacy. They explore how Quorum uses AI to track and analyze political and regulatory processes, and the potential for AI to automate tasks and enhance decision-making. They also address concerns…
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Irina Buzu, Advisor on AI to the Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the ethical evolution and expanding role of AI in public policy; the challenges of AI in data privacy, bias mitigation, and bureaucratic systems; as well as the essential blueprint for governing AI bias an…
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Yasin Tokat, Policy Group Member at the Center for AI and Digital Policy, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to unveil the global challenges in AI regulation and how to solve them. They dive into the divergent paths of AI regulation in the US and EU, the risks of AI in cyberattacks, and the urgent need for global col…
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In this episode of the Sustainability Story podcast, Andres Vinelli is joined by Harriet Waters, the head of environmental sustainability at the University of Oxford. Harriet shares the highlights of Oxford's sustainability journey and explores the lessons learned that can be applied to other organizations. She discusses her personal journey into e…
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Eline Chivot, a Policy Analyst at the European Commission, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to discuss the evolution of AI regulation in the EU. They share the importance of balancing innovation and regulation in the global AI race, the impact of regulation on startups, and how policymakers can catch up with AI tec…
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Maya Sherman, an AI Policy Researcher, Ethicist, and Author, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the crossroads of responsible AI, the future of work, and digital transformation. They also dive into the role of governments in regulating AI and India's approach to both regulating and expanding the technology…
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In this episode of The Sustainability Story, host Sandy Peters is joined by Brian Tomlinson, a managing director in Ernst & Young's financial accounting and advisory services practice. They discuss the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and its impact on non-EU-based multinationals. While the extraterritorial nature of the EU's repor…
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Reggie Townsend, Vice President of Data Ethics at SAS, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to shed light on the importance of data equity and personal data sovereignty for AI. They discuss AI's evolution in government, the National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee's role, and the importance of human-centered…
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Michael Kolain, Advisor for Digital Policy at Fraktion Bündnis 90/Die Grünen im Deutschen Bundestag, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to share thoughts on the forthcoming AI Act. They dive into the history and current state of AI regulation in the EU, the impact the AI Act will have on innovation, as well as the im…
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As the world economy transitions from high carbon to low carbon, the largest global investment in history is underway. In this episode of The Sustainability Story, host Deborah Kidd, CFA, talks climate bonds, transition, and policy with Sean Kidney, CEO of Climate Bonds Initiative, an international NGO working to mobilize global capital for climate…
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Mark Abbott, Founder and CEO of Ninety.io, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to introduce the future age of "Work 9.0," where a significant portion of society is thriving and enjoying the work they are doing. They also explore the use of AI in helping us filter non-useful information and make better decisions, as we…
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Prabhu Patil, Founder and CEO of PROLIM, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the role of AI in smart manufacturing. They dive into the importance of smart manufacturing in the modern economy; how cloud, AI, and analytics are driving The Fourth Industrial Revolution; as well as the role of government, busine…
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Harrison Tang, CEO, President, and Co-founder of Spokeo, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to unveil the concept of truth in the age of AI and the challenges of privacy in the digital era. They dive into the Self-Sovereign Identity model, finding truth in a world dominated by misinformation and disinformation, ensur…
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David Danks, Professor of Data Science and Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to delve into the intricacies of AI regulation. From the challenges faced by the federal government to the potential impact on innovation, they explore the need for smarter governance a…
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Josina Kamerling, Head of Regulatory Outreach EMEA at CFA Institute, and Rob Bauer, Professor of Finance at School of Business and Economics, Maastricht University, and co-author of the paper “Private Shareholder Engagements on Material ESG Issues,” discuss the main findings of his research and how private engagements can address financially materi…
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Somayeh Aghnia, Co-Founder and CEO of Geeks, joins this episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to dive into the concept of augmented intelligence and its role in the future. They emphasize the need for balance between humans and technology and explore the potential benefits and challenges of AI in government. Moreover, Somayeh talk…
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Loosely defined as the transfer of funding and decision-making powers to local actors, localization is certainly not a new concept – phrases such as ‘locally-led development’, ‘community-led development’ and ‘doing development differently’ have been pretty commonplace for years.But as an all-encompassing narrative, localization took centre stage a …
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Arshad Hisham, Founder and CEO of inGen Dynamics, joins the second episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to dive into the exciting world of automation, robotics, and AI. They explore the modular approach to robotics; the potential risks and ethical considerations; how AI can revolutionize various industries, from elderly care to s…
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Jesse Anglen, Co-Founder and CEO of Rapid Innovation, joins the first episode of AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz to explore the fusion of AI and blockchain, as well as its potential to revolutionize industries like real estate and supply chain management. Discover the exponential power of AI, its ethical considerations, and the connect…
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Welcome to AI, Government, and the Future by Alan Pentz. We share insights on the intersection of artificial intelligence, government, and the future to help you stay ahead in this transformative era. Make sure to search for "ai government future" in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else podcasts are found, and follow so you do…
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In this episode of The Sustainability Story, host Andres Vinelli interviews Dr. Spencer Glendon, founder of Probable Futures—a nonprofit organization focused on climate science accessibility from the CFA Institute Climate Risk and Returns conference. Dr. Glendon, an expert on climate change with a background in finance and economics, shares his jou…
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In this episode of the Sustainability Story, we tackle two areas of mass confusion in the world of sustainable investing: what should be done about the divergence in ESG ratings, and what works and doesn't work in impact investing. Deborah Kidd, CFA, talks with Dr. Julian Kölbel, Assistant Professor in Sustainable Finance at the Center for Financia…
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Are you ready to crack the code on sustainable investing? We promise a plethora of insights in our thought-provoking conversation with Brian Minns, CFA, the Managing Director of Responsible Investing at University Pension Plan Ontario. Fusing his engineering acumen with financial expertise, Brian is at the forefront of driving environmental, social…
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Discover the ins and outs of sustainability regulations in the EU with Patrik Karlsson, a senior policy officer at the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), and Josina Kamerling, head of regulatory outreach for CFA Institute for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region at CFA Institute. Gain valuable insights into the Sustainab…
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How can capital markets drive meaningful change in the fight against climate risk? Join Paul Andrews, head of Research, Advocacy, and Standards at CFA Institute for an insightful discussion with our esteemed guest, Mindy Lubber, President and CEO of Ceres, as they unpack the importance of integrating sustainability into capital markets and the econ…
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Can leaders choose a development path? Who decides and how? What conditions lead to a pro-development agenda and what’s the role of external agencies in all of this? We ask leading economist and former policy advisor to the UK Foreign Secretary, Stefan Dercon, these questions and more in our latest podcast: International Development, Where Now?Chat…
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