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In the Vault: Finding a Single Source of AI Truth With Marty Chavez From Sixth Street

Apr 30, 2024
Marty Chavez, partner and vice chairman of Sixth Street Partners, discusses merging technology and finance. Topics include his transition to Wall Street, AI's impact, AI in biotech, and the regulatory challenges of AI in finance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Technological innovation in crisis management is crucial for financial institutions, as demonstrated by Goldman Sachs' use of SEC DB during the financial crisis.
  • Regulatory oversight and collaboration are essential for the deployment of AI in financial institutions, emphasizing the importance of a single source of truth for data accuracy.

Deep dives

Marty Chavez's Journey into Technology and Financial Services

Marty Chavez discusses his career evolution from computer science in New Mexico to his impactful roles at Goldman Sachs and Six Street Partners. Growing up with a father who recognized the future of computers, Chavez delves into formative experiences like his early job working on simulation programs at the Air Force Weapons Lab. He emphasizes the pivotal role technology plays in financial services, exemplified by his contributions to the creation of the software system, SecDB.

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