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From Chips to Systems: How AI is Revolutionizing Compute and Infrastructure
In this episode of William Blair Thinking Presents, Jason Ader, co-group head of the technology, media, and communications sector, interviews Sebastien Naji, an equity research associate specializing in semiconductors and infrastructure systems, on their team’s latest report, “From Chips to Systems: How AI Is Revolutionizing Compute and Infrastructure,” which explores the shift from serial to parallel computing, the rise of AI accelerators, and the evolving landscape of semiconductor companies.
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Thinking Strategically About Charitable Giving
Using charitable giving strategies to enhance the tax-efficiency of your donations plays a vital role in maximizing the impact of your gifts.
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Asset Allocation: Your Biggest Investment Decision
Building a portfolio involves countless decisions. But none is more important than how you allocate your wealth across asset classes. This white paper describes the process of developing a customized asset-allocation strategy, achieving meaningful diversification across and within asset classes, and monitoring allocations and reviewing portfolios.
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Inspiring Philanthropy Across Generations
Conversations with the next generation about philanthropy shouldn’t be a one-way street. It’s important to encourage your children and grandchildren to ask questions, get involved, and express their own ideas about what philanthropy means to them.
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Best Financial Practices for College Students
Learn the basics of managing your finances so you are set up to succeed after graduation.
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AI-Powered Growth in Taiwan
Jayesh Kannan, CFA, discusses the long-term growth opportunity of AI after visiting Taiwan on a research trip.
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529 Plan Account Rollovers to Roth IRAs
529 plan account owners or beneficiaries can roll over 529 plans into a beneficiary-owned Roth IRA tax-free and penalty-free as of January 1, 2024, subject to certain limitations.
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Why One Man’s Trash is an Investor’s Treasure
In this episode of William Blair Thinking Presents, global services sector analyst Trevor Romeo dives into his team’s latest white paper on the North American waste and recycling industry, exploring key structural trends and the growing imbalance between waste generation and landfill capacity.
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Exit Strategy: Preparing Your Company
Company leaders who have spent their lives running a business probably have limited experience when it comes to selling one. That means preparation is a crucial part of any effective exit strategy.
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Momentum Continues for Secondaries—With Record Year in Sight
Improving LP-led pricing, continuing adoption by both GPs and LPs, and a growing supply of capital has the secondary market poised for a full rebound—and possibly record volumes—by year-end.
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Keeping Your Financial Information Secure – And Steps to Take if You Have Been Hacked
As the world becomes more digitally connected, cybersecurity risks will keep rising.
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CEO Perspective: Navigating Shifts in Financial Markets
Brent Gledhill discusses the ongoing transitions confronting financial markets and explores how investors can navigate these inflection points through agility and a steadfast focus on their long-term objectives.
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How Insurers are Embracing Technology and Change in an Evolving Risk Environment
In this episode of William Blair Thinking Presents, technology analyst Dylan Becker joins Adam Klauber, group head of the financial services and technology research sector, to discuss highlights from the seventh annual William Blair Insurance, Banking, and Wealth Technology Conference. They delve into key trends in the insurance technology space, including labor constraints, legacy modernization, and the integration of AI infrastructure.
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The Quarterly Rx: Q3 2024 U.S. Biopharma Recap
The biopharma sector got a much-needed shot in the arm with the Federal Reserve’s highly anticipated rate cut in September, the first since March 2020.
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