Hype. Fear. Hope
There is no lack of hype around artificial intelligence. We have only begun to scratch the surface of what this powerful technology can do. While tech and financial services become more intertwined, cutting through the noise has become more difficult but also more crucial.
As AI reshapes the future of financial services, whose voices are shaping its development? What future are we creating and for whom will it benefit?
About Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence
What are the critical questions facing us?
Will AI be the great equalizer or will it deepen our inequalities?
What are the stories not told and who are not included in our digital economy today?
How do we mitigate for bias?
How can we best ensure transparency and accountability?
What are the guardrails when things go wrong?
What are the environmental costs of AI?
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Elizabeth Osborne, Chief Operations Officer, Great Lakes Credit Union
“AI isn’t just for large companies and tech giants anymore—it’s transforming how we work, bank, and live. And in true ‘Theo fashion,’ this book breaks down complex concepts into real-life insights, making AI as a technology and as a service accessible to everyone.”
Jennifer Tescher, Founder & CEO, Financial Health Network
A must-read roadmap for anyone navigating the AI revolution and its impact on finance, offering crucial insights on how we can harness this transformative technology while ensuring no one gets left behind. Theo wonderfully balances the techno-optimism of Silicon Valley with the concerns of a humanist. For leaders, practitioners, and citizens alike, this book illuminates the path toward an AI-powered future that serves humanity rather than divides it.
About the author
Theodora (Theo) Lau is the founder of Unconventional Ventures, a public speaker, and an advisor. She is the co-author of The Metaverse Economy (2023) and Beyond Good (2021), and host of One Vision, a podcast on fintech and innovation. Her monthly column on FinTech Futures explores the intersection of financial services, tech, and humanity.
Theo was named one of American Banker’s Most Influential Women in FinTech in 2023. She is a regular contributor and commentator for top industry events and publications, including Finovate, American Banker, BBC News, Fintech Times, and The Power 50. Her work has also been published by the Journal of Digital Banking, The Banker, MIT Tech Review, and Harvard Business Review.
