CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance
Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy.
In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance.
CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data.
Seize the opportunities, propel your business and career forward, and lead with unwavering confidence. Join us in shaping the future of Finance — this is CFO 4.0, your guide to the Future of Finance.
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CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance
227. AI in Finance | Preparing for the AI Revolution: Abundance or Catastrophe? with David Wood
In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro speaks with David Wood, Chair of London Futurists, about the accelerating pace of AI and its profound implications for business, society, and the future of work. Together, they explore the near-term possibilities and longer-term consequences of artificial intelligence—from transformation to potential turmoil.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why some companies struggle with AI adoption
- The rise of neuro-symbolic AI and the combination of logic-based and intuitive systems
- Breakthroughs in video generation, self-prompting AI, and the future of AI-generated media
- What Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could mean for jobs, skills, and human relevance
- How emotional intelligence and adaptability will be essential skills for leaders in the AI era
Links mentioned:
- David’s Linkedin
- Learn more about London Futurists
- London Futurists Meetups
- The Coming Wave: AI, Power and Our Future by Mustafa Suleyman
- Supremacy: AI, ChatGPT and the race that changed the world by Parmy Olson
- Uncontrollable : The Threat of Artificial Superintelligence by Darren McKee
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