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AI washing: signs, symptoms and solutions for investment stakeholders

How to spot both genuine artificial intelligence use and inflated claims in the marketplace

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    • Some firms may use buzzwords such as “AI-driven” or “machine learning-enabled” without truly integrating these tools into their investment processes.
    • Some firms may use buzzwords such as “AI-driven” or “machine learning-enabled” without truly integrating these tools into their investment processes. PHOTO: UNSPLASH
    Joseph Simonian

    Joseph Simonian

    Published Sat, Aug 2, 2025 · 07:00 AM

    THE rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in finance has brought real innovation but also misleading marketing claims. Many financial services firms feel pressure to appear tech-savvy to stay competitive.

    Although some firms genuinely apply machine learning (ML) and AI to improve investing, others make claims that do not match reality. These firms may use buzzwords such as “AI-driven” or “machine learning-enabled” without truly integrating these tools into their investment processes. 

    Consequently, clients and investors may be misled into believing they are investing in innovative, cutting-edge strategies when they are not.

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