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Vanguard set to launch geek-spirited think tank in heart of Philly as its 'robo' (that really isn't) hits $47 billion of AUM

The 'innovation center' adds to CEO Bill McNabb's theme of Google emulation and perches at the nexus of Penn, Drexel, Temple and other local universities

Author Tanvi Acharya
November 4, 2016 at 9:09 PM
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Bill McNabb: We are in the midst of a great technological revolution – from self-driving cars and package-delivering drones to smart phones and 3D-printers – that is changing the way we live, work, and, in Vanguard’s realm, invest.

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FAA

November 5, 2016 — 12:27 AM
MHO the real disruption is the application of AI and Machine Learning in the investment arena. Much different that ROBO stuff. Not many who have a demonstrated capability here...but this will change the landscape. Take a look at Sonia Schulengurg and what her team has done in the Scotland. Window into some disruption.
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FAA

November 5, 2016 — 12:38 AM
Schulenburg I meant sorry- interesting nonetheless

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