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Dimensions & Insights: AI’s transformative impact—broadening financial inclusion
Perspectives

Dimensions & Insights: AI’s transformative impact—broadening financial inclusion

AI is set to revolutionize the financial sector, not only in terms of efficiency and profitability, but also in terms of enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion. Regina Curry, Franklin Templeton’s Chief Diversity Officer, recently talked with Deep Ratna Srivastav, Franklin Templeton’s Head of AI & Digital Transformation, about the ways AI can democratize financial services and foster greater financial inclusion. The following article is a summary of their conversation.

AI-powered metaverse applications propelled tech stocks in 2023
ETFs

AI-powered metaverse applications propelled tech stocks in 2023

The metaverse's integration with another transformative technology, AI, boosted the performance of tech stocks in 2023. Marcus Weyerer, Senior ETF Investment Strategist, EMEA, for Franklin Templeton ETFs, delves into the industrial and consumer applications of the metaverse, the role of AI in enhancing these experiences, and the significant growth potential and investment opportunities this virtual world holds.

Copilot, not autopilot: How generative AI augments, but doesn’t replace active management
Perspectives

Copilot, not autopilot: How generative AI augments, but doesn’t replace active management

AI, with its data analysis and predictive power, can revolutionize investing. However, humans remain a crucial part of the process. Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions provides use cases into how different investors can harness AI to achieve their desired outcomes and workflows.

Age of AI
Equity

Age of AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a key pillar of the digital transformation theme, which is driving significant disruption and spurring new growth. Grant Bowers, portfolio manager with Franklin Equity Group, offers a unique perspective of the challenges and benefits of this evolving and disruptive technology.