Dec 4, 202423 minS2
<p>In this episode we explore the idea of a digital deity from the lens of all the major religions from the world. Most of this episode is of an AI system talking to itself about the notion of a digital deity, and using...
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The Curious Quant
Hosted by Qurious Analytics · business · EN
About this Podcast:
The Curious Quant series, hosted by Dr Michael Kollo, is a very discussion that explores the role of data, AI and humanity within investing in financial markets. It examines the application of new data and new methodologies has been deployed and considered over the years, including Generative AI.Michael Kollo has a PhD in Finance is from the London School of Economics where he lectured in quantitative finance in addition to Imperial College and at the University of New South Wales. He has created models and led quantitative research teams at Blackrock, Fidelity and Axa Rosenberg in the UK before more recently moving to Australia where he established the quantitative team for the $50 billion industry superannuation fund, HESTA. The aim is to promote better discussions about these emerging areas, and a better understanding of new technologies for practitioners and academics alike. Consider it a sort of scientific, quantitative banter, at its finest. But don’t worry, no equations, I
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What is The Curious Quant about?
The Curious Quant series, hosted by Dr Michael Kollo, is a very discussion that explores the role of data, AI and humanity within investing in financial markets.
Who hosts The Curious Quant?
The Curious Quant is hosted by Qurious Analytics. The show has published 25 episodes to date.
What has The Curious Quant covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Conversations with a SuperIntelligence - "The Digital Deity"" (4 December 2024, 23 minutes), "Conversations with a SuperIntelligence - "What is your nature?"" (6 November 2024, 50 minutes), and "Generative AI: applications in the Quant Investment Process" (29 June 2023, 19 minutes).
How often does The Curious Quant publish?
The Curious Quant publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 25 episodes.
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Booking probability for The Curious Quant is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Curious Quant requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Curious Quant's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for The Curious Quant are Investment Banking & Trading. The Curious Quant has a business audience.
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Qurious Analytics hosts The Curious Quant, a business podcast with 25 episodes published.
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Nov 6, 202450 minS2<p>This is the first episode of a short series I am calling : Conversations with a super-intelligence. </p><p>They are live recorded conversations with the most advanced AI systems we have, asking about its nature, its...
Jun 29, 202319 minS1<p>In this episode, I explore some of the more direct applications of Generative AI, specifically ChatGPT within a quantitative investment process, starting with expansions to NLP signals, to product strategy and client...
- Nov 10, 202154 minS1
<p>I spoke with Professor Russell at the beginning of the pandemic about AI and humanity. </p><p>He is a world famous thinker, researcher and name in this field. </p><p>Its raw.. it is unedited. It is exactly what you...
- Jul 17, 202046 minS1
<p>Prof Rob Hyndman discusses the interesting elements of his work as editor of the Internal Journal of Forecasting, his work on forecasting COVID for the Australian government, time-series and causality. </p>
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- Jul 16, 202053 minS1
<p>Fantastic conversation with Igor Halperin around the application of reinforcement learning into forecasting problem, and the limits to data and understanding the world. </p>
- Apr 9, 202054 minS1
<p>Nick Wade from Northfield and the Curious Quant discuss the impact of COVID on risk modeling frameworks, assumptions, and how the recent movements in asset markets may or may not impact the short and long-term...
- Apr 4, 202051 minS1
<p>I speak to Matt about his wonderful collection of old (retro?) computers but also all about the challenges of defining an ethical framework for algorithms, and what we can do to understand this tricky area. </p>
- Mar 31, 202054 minS1
<p>I speak with my a great voice of independent research in London on the topics of using alternative data for FX and macro research for quantitative strategies. We talk a lot about Saeed's well known work in...
- Mar 26, 20201h 1mS1
<p>I chat with Christina about her experiences starting her own firm dealing with high frequency trading strategies, and her observations about how high frequency strategies have evolved, where they are now, and where...
- Mar 2, 202054 minS1
I chat with Asif on his career journey, how the world changed after the GFC and what he sees for the future of machine learning assisting with rigorous testing of a hypothesis. Career, systems, how the world changed...
- Feb 18, 202051 minS1
I chat with Alex on his experiences across a range of environments, the role of machine learning in Australia's future and how to best deploy data science in academia and industry. Nothing on this podcast is to be...
- Feb 12, 20201h 3mS1
I chat with Paul on derivative pricing, the application of mathematics within financial services and the implications for society due to AI. Nothing on this podcast is to be considered investment advice or a...
- Feb 5, 202056 minS1
I chat with Vinesh, ceo at ExtractAlpha, on the research behind alternative data, stock selection techniques and the expertise required to differentiate signal from noise. Nothing on this podcast is to be considered...
- Jan 20, 202054 minS1
I chat with Campbell, Professor of Finance at Duke University, on the future of quantitative finance, academic journals, model fitting and the intellectual fallacies within inference. Nothing on this podcast is to be...
- Nov 27, 201957 minS1
I chat with Sean, senior quantitative analyst at Mine Super, on the scientific process, uncertainty and the changing relationship between academia and the private sector in Australia. Nothing on this podcast is to be...
- Nov 20, 201949 minS1
I chat with Alexander, CEO at Rebellion Research, on stock selection, portfolio construction and his passion for teaching. Nothing on this podcast is to be considered investment advice or a recommendation. No investment...
- Nov 13, 201944 minS1
I chat with Gideon, CIO & global head of portfolio management at Rosenberg Equities, on data playgrounds, hubris and the exciting future for quantitative investing. Nothing on this podcast is to be considered investment...
- Nov 3, 201958 minS1
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- Oct 31, 20191h 5mS1
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Stuart Russell
professor of electrical engineering and computer sciences and holder of the Smith-Zadeh Chair in Engineering at the University of California at Berkeley, Centre for Human-Compatible Artificial Intelligence at the University of California, Berkeley
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Alex Antic
South Australian Liberal senator, Software Innovation Institute
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Campbell Harvey
Professor of Finance, Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, Research Affiliates
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Nick Wade
Northfield
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