The AI industry offers numerous opportunities, but also a fair amount of confusion. This is why CFTE established AI in Finance Academy (AIFA) starting in 2018. With extensive expertise in upskilling 20,000 regulators and financial institutions worldwide,

AIFA covers AI specialisations, workshops, webinars, thought leadership roundtables and research, aiming to bridge the skills gap in AI.

The Future of Finance in CFTE focuses on thought leadership, education, and real-world initiatives aimed at identifying key trends that will shape the future of finance and money. This includes exploring new digital infrastructures and the rise of digital currencies.

Over the past five years, blockchain technology and digital assets have had a significant impact on institutional finance. Leading financial institutions such as JP Morgan, DBS, and HSBC have begun integrating blockchain into their business models, signaling the growing importance of this technology in the financial sector.

The financial landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift. As Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations become central to decision-making, the fintech industry faces a unique opportunity—and responsibility—to lead this transformation.

Recognising this transformative moment, CFTE is committed to embedding ESG into every aspect of our educational offerings. Since our founding, we have been at the forefront of equipping financial professionals with the knowledge and skills to navigate this evolving landscape.

We believe that everyone in the financial sector, regardless of their technical background, should have the knowledge and skills to thrive in a digital world.

Unlike generic training providers, CFTE is uniquely specialised in financial services, offering industry-relevant training designed by over 1,000 experts. This ensures that our learners gain actionable insights that they can immediately apply to their careers.

The quantum computing market is projected to exceed $5 billion by 2025, driven by innovators like IBM, Google, Microsoft, and Honeywell. These companies are pioneering quantum technologies that will reshape finance, from optimising portfolios to enhancing risk analysis.

In August 2024, NIST finalised its first quantum-resistant encryption standards, urging businesses to adopt “quantum-readiness roadmaps.” Financial leaders like JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs are already exploring quantum’s potential, emphasising the industry’s need to prepare.

CFTE is equipping financial professionals to thrive in this new era with tailored courses on quantum computing’s applications and risks. As the future becomes quantum, CFTE ensures finance stays ready.