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2 June 2023
Using AI to support operational compliance: expectations vs reality

Rachid Tahrioui

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) are terms used in the financial sector when it comes to measures for process optimisation, cost and time savings. The demand for the latest technological developments has determined the market for some time. Especially in the fight against financial crime, experts plead for the use of these technologies.
28 November 2023
Auditing with intelligent co-pilots: Generative Artificial Intelligence in Audit
Marco Schreyer
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in auditing is increasingly providing valuable support for auditors in a wide range of audit procedures. Currently, the application still extends to supposedly basic tasks, but in the future, the co-piloted auditing paradigm will increasingly transform the application of artificial intelligence in auditing practice.
The 3rd Annual Conference of the Indo-German Centre for Business Excellence took place on 13 October 2023. It was a first for us: after two instalments that we ran at Frankfurt School in Germany, we now took the conference to India. Its overarching topic was manufacturing under the theme Rethinking Manufacturing in India and Germany: Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Growth.
6 November 2023
Third Annual Conference of the Indo-German Centre held in Hyderabad
Matthias Catón
5 October 2023
ChatGPT zwischen Hype und Fakt: Ein Erfahrungsbericht
Arsenije Bogdanovic
So unspektakulär und ‚nicht neu‘ Sprachmodelle manchen Eingeweihten erscheinen oder tatsächlich sein mögen, sind die im November 2022 mit der Veröffentlichung von ChatGPT losgetretenen Disruptionswellen nicht kleinzureden.
Power-to-X (PtX) is a term used to describe a variety of technologies that convert surplus electricity from renewable energy sources into other forms of energy, such as green hydrogen, ammonia, or synthetic fuels. The ramp-up of a global PtX industry can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change while creating new jobs.
24 August 2023
The barriers and drivers for the ramp-up of Power-to-X in non-OECD Countries
Diogo da Conceição Rego
17 January 2023
The Zero Trust Concept

Peter Roßbach

Organisations need a framework that allows easy access to all resources without slowing down productivity. In addition, the systems and the access to the systems need to be protected, taking into account the given circumstances. Zero Trust is a modern security model based on the design principle "Never trust, always verify".
31 March 2022
Navigating the biodiversity crisis: notes for the financial sector

Elizabeth Tamayo Tabares

You have probably heard about biodiversity loss as a new and urgent problem we need to address. News about extinct rhinos and endangered bees have made headlines recently, and perhaps they have even hit too close to home for you. However, do you feel personally threatened by these stories? More importantly, do you feel somehow responsible for these issues?
22 August 2023
Think20: advising the leaders of the G20
Matthias Catón
T20, or Think20, is one of the G20 engagement groups. It consists of distinguished scholars and thought leaders from around the world. Operating independently of national governments, the T20 strives to furnish G20 leaders with policy recommendations rather than promoting specific agendas.
Living and working in Frankfurt comes with a plethora of experiences, the beautiful downtown with towering skyscrapers at Willy-Brandt Platz, the quiet cosy alleyways of Alt Sachsenhausen and the lively streets of Bergerstrasse, and what connects them all? The intricate mass transit system that allows you to experience all of these in one day.
13 July 2023
The future you want is out there and it's called public transport
Keerthi Krishnakumar
6 July 2023
Financing climate change: Panel at the Global Solutions Summit
Matthias Catón
The Global Solutions Summit provided an intense, two-day forum where leaders from policy, academia, civil society and the private sector came together to propose and debate research-based policy recommendations. More than 100 speakers contributed to a global view of today's systemic crises, seeking urgently needed global solutions.
Earth Day is a day that reminds each one of us of our duty to protect the planet and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. It is a day that serves as a call to action to rethink our relationship with the environment and take steps towards a more sustainable and fairer world. But it should not be a reminder only every 22 April, but daily.
2 May 2023
Cultivating Sustainability: a Call-to-Action on Earth Day and beyond
Arturo Martinez Oest
7 December 2021
Can a set of minimum ESG reporting standards solve the ESG reporting dilemma?

Alexandra B. Kinywamaghana

The integrity and verifiability of ESG data, the numerous disclosure frameworks, and the subjective nature of the ESG ratings may spark doubt among stakeholders which could limit integrating sustainability risks and opportunities into investment analyses. Until we have a mandatory and uniform framework with a minimum set of standards, ESG will remain only a buzzword.
9 July 2021
Cryptocurrencies are here to stay

Prof. Dr. Philipp Sandner

Numerous cryptocurrencies have emerged in recent years, and hundreds of start-ups and companies around the world have launched corresponding projects. All of this suggests that technologies are emerging here that will change the financial system in particular.
26 April 2023
A changing global landscape: Three observations from the Raisina Dialogue in Delhi
Matthias Catón
The motto of this year’s Raisina Dialogue was “Provocation, Uncertainty, Turbulence – A Lighthouse in the Tempest?” Although the organisers wisely added a question mark, one thing is clear: India’s importance in the world will continue to rise, and with it, the significance of a dialogue such as the Raisina Dialogue.
Through the FS International Advisory Services, Frankfurt School is currently supporting the EU to enhance its dialogue with South Africa on peace, security, human rights and governance issues via the initiative: “Gateways for Peace: EU-South Africa partnership for peace and security”. The aim is to promote and deepen a mutual understanding between the EU and South Africa.
18 April 2023
Supporting EU’s engagement with South Africa on peace, security and human rights
Celine Harden
Using AI to support operational compliance: expectations vs reality
2 June 2023
Rachid Tahrioui
Auditing with intelligent co-pilots: Generative Artificial Intelligence in Audit
28 November 2023
Marco Schreyer
Third Annual Conference of the Indo-German Centre held in Hyderabad
6 November 2023
Matthias Catón
The Zero Trust Concept
17 January 2023
Peter Roßbach
ChatGPT zwischen Hype und Fakt: Ein Erfahrungsbericht
5 October 2023
Arsenije Bogdanovic
The barriers and drivers for the ramp-up of Power-to-X in non-OECD Countries
24 August 2023
Diogo da Conceição Rego
Navigating the biodiversity crisis: notes for the financial sector
31 March 2022
Elizabeth Tamayo Tabares
Think20: advising the leaders of the G20
22 August 2023
Matthias Catón
The future you want is out there and it's called public transport
13 July 2023
Keerthi Krishnakumar
Can a set of minimum ESG reporting standards solve the ESG reporting dilemma?
7 December 2021
Alexandra B. Kinywamaghana
Financing climate change: Panel at the Global Solutions Summit
6 July 2023
Matthias Catón
Cultivating Sustainability: a Call-to-Action on Earth Day and beyond
2 May 2023
Arturo Martinez Oest
Cryptocurrencies are here to stay
9 July 2021
Prof. Dr. Philipp Sandner
A changing global landscape: Three observations from the Raisina Dialogue in Delhi
26 April 2023
Matthias Catón
Supporting EU’s engagement with South Africa on peace, security and human rights
18 April 2023
Celine Harden