Contextual Solutions Blog
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Fintech’s Next Chapter: From Growth at All Costs to Sustainable Success
The global fintech industry is entering a new era driven by profitability, AI innovation, and on-chain finance. Discover the key trends and opportunities that will shape fintech's future in 2025.
Generative AI in Europe: How the EU Can Lead the Next Technological Revolution
Generative AI is transforming industries across Europe, driving innovation, economic growth, and societal change. This blog explores key insights from the European Commission’s 2025 Generative AI Outlook, highlighting the opportunities, challenges, and regulatory developments shaping the future of AI in the EU.
For Banks, AI Just Got Serious
Most banks are still stuck in AI experimentation mode while market dynamics evolve at breakneck speed. Discover how to move beyond pilots, embrace actionable AI strategies, and stay relevant in the face of Big Tech and embedded finance disruption.
Are We Losing Our Minds to Machines? The Hidden Cognitive Cost of ChatGPT and AI Automation
Explore how over-relying on AI, like ChatGPT, could erode critical thinking. Learn strategies to cultivate a healthy relationship with AI and preserve your cognitive skills.
AI Strategy and Regulations in the Turkish Market: Türkiye’s Quest for Technological Sovereignty
Explore Türkiye's AI strategy (2021-2025) and its updated Action Plan. Learn how Türkiye aims for AI technological sovereignty fostering economic growth, talent, and ethical AI.
How Much of the Corporate AI Investments Are Related to Public Relations?
Discover how AI investments are transforming PR by improving customer service, creativity, crisis management, and employee productivity in the corporate sector.
Beyond Payments: Human-Centric Innovation and Strategic Growth at the Merchant Payments Ecosystem (MPE) 2025
Catch up on the key takeaways from the Merchant Payments Ecosystem 2025! Discover the latest insights on payments.
What is DeepSeek, Can It Continue to Disrupt, and Will It Provide EU Innovator Opportunities?
Explore DeepSeek's impact: AI models, market disruptions, & EU opportunities. Understand its challenges & how to innovate within regulations.
DLD 2025: Reflecting on Two Decades of Innovation and Inspiration
The Future of AI in Business Management: The Spanish AI Perspective
Learn how companies are using AI to drive innovation, improve customer experiences, and optimize operations based on insights from the Orpesa-INN Conference.
Navigating DORA: Could This Be the Turning Point for Digital Resilience in Financial Services and IT in Europe?
Is your financial institution ready for DORA? Understand the requirements, implications, and how to achieve digital resilience in the EU.
The EU AI Act Explained: What Banks and Startups Need to Know
Learn how the EU AI Act will impact banks and startups, how they should prepare and whether this will be a setback or an opportunity.
The Future for European AI Companies
European AI faces challenges in funding, talent acquisition, and regulation. Can it overcome these hurdles to become a major player?
Learnings From the World Economic Forum’s Annual Report (2023-2024)
WEF Annual Report 2023-24: Explore global cooperation, sustainability, and tech advancements. Discover key takeaways from the World Economic Forum's report.
Top AI Books to Read to Master Artificial Intelligence (AI): Recommendations for AI Beginners to Advanced Experts
Check our curated list of AI books for beginners and advanced experts, with recommendations from various sources. Master artificial intelligence today!
Why *Must* Banks and Financial Service Providers Invest in Artificial Intelligence?
Discover why AI investment is essential for banks and financial services. Enhance efficiency, improve customer experience, and stay competitive with AI tools.
Open-Source vs. Closed Source-AI: An In-Depth Comparison and Implications from the EU AI Act
Recently, the debate between open source and closed source artificial intelligence approaches has intensified. This clash underscores the high stakes and divergent philosophies at play, as both paradigms vie for dominance. Learn more via our blog, which delves into expert opinions and stakeholder insights, comparing the two approaches as well as exploring the implications of the EU AI Act on the future of AI development and open or closed source models.
Embracing Generative AI in the Payments Industry
A new report by Visa Consulting and Analytics (VCA) explores the impact of generative AI on the payments industry, outlining payment- specific opportunities to help financial institutions acquire more customers, drive customer engagement, and improve the customer experience for optimal growth. Read our summary to learn more.
Responsible AI in Financial Markets: CFTC Report Summary
A new report dated May 2nd, prepared by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) explores the question of responsible artificial intelligence in the context of finance in more depth. It examines definitions and frameworks for responsible AI use, current regulatory environments, and the potential applications and implications of AI within CFTC-regulated entities. How can regulators ensure responsible AI in the financial sector? Read our summary to find out about the five-step responsible AI plan.
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work - IMF Report Summary
Explore key insights from the IMF's Gen-AI report dated January 2024 on how artificial intelligence is reshaping global labor markets. Uncover the potential of AI to boost productivity, the dual nature of job displacement, and income inequality across advanced, emerging markets, and developing economies. Learn about the necessary preparedness and policy considerations to harness AI's benefits effectively and mitigate its challenges.
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