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Testing, one, two, three
After the release of GPT-4o earlier this week, I tried some of the standard tests I conducted on earlier models. The simple conclusion is...
William Webster
May 28, 20243 min read
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Claude for the Board?
In this article, I ask whether Claude, the large language model from Anthropic, should be given a seat in the boardroom. After all,...
William Webster
Mar 26, 20246 min read
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Obstacles to Using LLMs
In previous articles, I've discussed some of the economic benefits of using LLMs, as well as the problems concerning hallucinations and...
William Webster
Jan 9, 20243 min read
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The Economic Argument for Using LLMs in Treasury & Risk
Large Language Models (LLMs) in Treasury and Risk LLMs, or Large Language Models, are advanced artificial intelligence systems designed...
William Webster
Jan 6, 20243 min read
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Coping with Hallucinations in Treasury & Risk
What they are and what causes them Hallucination is a term used to explain the phenomenon of a Large Language Model (LLM) producing...
William Webster
Jan 4, 20247 min read
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Simple Uses for LLMs - Slide Decks and Minutes
In this sixth instalment, we delve into two time-saving applications of LLMs: summarising and repurposing PowerPoint presentations, and...
William Webster
Jan 3, 20245 min read
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Simple Uses for LLMs – Preparing for ALCO
The fifth instalment of our series exploring simple GPT-4 use cases focuses on its capacity to generate documentation for an ALCO...
William Webster
Jan 2, 20245 min read
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Simple Uses for LLMs - Stress and Scenario Creation
In this fourth instalment of our series, we explore an intriguing application of large language models (LLMs) in treasury and risk...
William Webster
Dec 20, 202311 min read
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Simple Uses for LLMs - Research
The integration of advanced technology into everyday practices is not just a luxury, it's a necessity. This article, the third in our...
William Webster
Dec 19, 20234 min read
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Simple Uses for LLMs - Writing for the Audience
Welcome to the second instalment in our insightful series focused on leveraging LLMs (Large Language Models) in the fields of treasury...
William Webster
Dec 18, 20235 min read
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Simple Uses for LLMs
Welcome to the first article in our series, where we delve into the effective use of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT-4 in...
William Webster
Dec 16, 20234 min read
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The Reshaping of Financial Dynamics and Money Market Products
Wholesale markets have a rich history of serving as vital hubs for financial institutions and corporations to engage in short-term...
William Webster
Oct 27, 20232 min read
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AI in Finance: Tackling Interest Rate Risk with GPT 4
In this article, I explore the capabilities of GPT-4 in assessing a firm's interest rate risk. My objective is to provide a practical...
William Webster
Oct 24, 20235 min read
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AI in Finance: Tackling Basis Risk with GPT4
In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, large language models (LLMs) stand as a testament to the strides we've made in...
William Webster
Oct 10, 20234 min read
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Hedging Mortgages with Swaps: Cash Flow Hedging vs. Basis Point Value Hedging
Hedging mortgages with swaps is a common practice for financial institutions looking to manage interest rate risks associated with their...
William Webster
May 6, 20234 min read
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