Macro Hive Conversations With Bilal Hafeez Ep. 248: Shawn Edwards on How Bloomberg Is Using AI (Replay)
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Dec 27, 2024 In this engaging conversation, Shawn Edwards, Bloomberg’s Chief Technology Officer with a rich background at IBM and Bear Stearns, dives into the intersection of AI and finance. He discusses his journey from hardware to software and the pivotal lessons learned along the way. Shawn emphasizes pragmatic innovation in tech management and highlights how AI, especially Bloomberg GPT, is revolutionizing data analysis and sentiment measurement. He also shares invaluable advice for young graduates about mastering their craft and embracing lifelong learning.
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Career Path
- Shawn Edwards studied electrical engineering and started as a chip designer at IBM.
- A career pivot led him to software engineering through a mentor at Mentor Graphics.
Pragmatic Optimism
- Shawn Edwards, Bloomberg's CTO, follows a pragmatic optimism philosophy.
- He focuses on solving existing problems in finance, prioritizing usefulness over tech hype.
Balancing Speed and Reliability
- Bloomberg balances rapid product iteration with reliable infrastructure.
- They invest heavily in core systems, enabling faster application development.
