MIT GCFP Annual Conference

The MIT GCFP Annual Conference, organized by MIT’s Golub Center for Finance and Policy (GCFP), focuses on the theme of financial regulation in an era marked by innovation and disruption. This 13th annual event seeks to address the pressing challenges faced by regulators due to the rapid evolution of financial products, trading platforms, and market infrastructure, all of which are increasingly influenced by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). The conference will tackle critical issues such as the implications of AI on financial and labor markets, investor protection, fair lending practices, and emerging risks to financial stability caused by new market dynamics.Participants are encouraged to submit both empirical and theoretical papers that provide insights into the current landscape of financial regulation. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the changing structure of equity, bond, and derivatives markets; the rise of event contracts and prediction markets; developments in non-bank credit; the impact of stablecoins and digital currencies; and the challenges associated with perceived 'safe' assets like sovereign debt. The event aims to foster discussions on international coordination and comparisons in regulatory approaches, as well as innovations in market architecture. The conference will be held in-person at the Middle East - Susu in Cambridge, United States, and will also be streamed online, making it accessible to a broader audience, including those from Hungary.