Matthew Accarrino
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- Milken Institute1h 1m
Digitizing Wall Street: How Technology Is Changing the Future of Finance
Felix Salmon, David Rockefeller Jr., Mike Weil, Rich Daly, Adina Friedman, David Kaplan, Matthew Walkermann, Nicole Forsgren, David Levinson, Matt Brittin, Eddy Moretti, Adina Kanwisher, Jonathan Zittrain, Adina Srivastavadi, Matthew Accarrino
Representatives from major financial firms including NASDAQ, Broadridge, and Two Sigma convened to analyze how artificial intelligence and blockchain are reshaping capital markets, regulation, and the dynamics between institutional and retail investors. The panel concluded that while technology drives efficiency, reduces settlement cycles, and navigates regulatory complexity, human judgment remains essential for risk management, ethical investing, and defining client goals. Ultimately, the discussion projected a future where algorithmic tools and AI augment rather than replace financial advisors, particularly as the industry shifts toward personalized financial planning and new asset classes like Bitcoin ETFs.
- Milken Institute1h 0m
Crowdfunding for Start-Ups and Small Business
Daniel Gorfine, Chris Brummer, Candace Klein, Ben Miller, Nivi, Danae Ringelmann, Matthew Accarrino, David Rockefeller Jr., Christopher Coleman, Andet Taylor, Ian
The Milken Institute convened a panel to analyze the transformative potential of securities crowdfunding following the 2012 JOBS Act, where experts including Daniel Gorfine, Ben Miller, and Danae Ringelmann highlighted the shift from risk-averse traditional financing to decentralized capital formation. Panelists detailed how Title II, Title III, and Reg A+ frameworks have enabled diverse models ranging from Somolend's debt-based lending to Fundrise's equity real estate projects, effectively democratizing access for non-accredited investors while leveraging algorithms to mitigate fraud. Despite uncertainties regarding pending SEC rulemaking and potential broker-dealer liability, the consensus emphasizes that robust self-regulation and community validation are essential to scaling these platforms and integrating them with traditional venture capital ecosystems.