Artificial intelligence can do all sorts of amazing things, from recommending shows on Netflix to analysing medical images. But can it actually contribute to one of the most challenging of human intellectual endeavours: pure mathematics? Geordie Williamson is one of the world’s foremost mathematicians. He’s well known for his contributions to representation theory, a branch of pure maths. Geordie has worked with AI on some seriously thorny problems, some of which have gone unsolved for 40 years. Geordie recently teamed up with AI lab DeepMind to use machine learning to explore conjectures and suggest new mathematical theorems. How did that go? Did they help him to a higher level of perception? Or was the AI’s only contribution something like: “Seriously, have you heard Joe Rogan’s latest truth bomb?” Find out as Australia’s favourite maths geek, Adam Spencer, wrestles with one of our most amazing minds.

Capital markets have undergone significant changes in recent years with the emergence of ESG investing and the integration of AI into investment decision-making. This panel session will explore the challenges and opportunities facing capital markets in the age of ESG and AI. Join finance, ESG investing and AI experts as they discuss the impact of ESG considerations on investment decisions, the integration of AI into the investment process, and the implications for market efficiency and transparency. Hear first-hand as the panellists examine case studies and real-life examples of how ESG and AI are changing the way capital markets operate, along with the challenges and opportunities associated with these changes. Connect with your peers for an insightful and thought-provoking discussion on this critical topic.