755 Unicorns, $8 Trillion: Fifth Era maps the autonomous digital economy... [more]Matthias Knab, Opalesque for New Managers: Fifth Era Partners, a specialized asset manager focused on the convergence of Internet, AI/Agentic and Blockchain technologies, has released the findings of its 13th Bia
SEC proposes going paperless... [more]By Opalesque: The U.S. Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed Regulation E-Delivery, a sweeping new rule that would reshape how public companies, investment companies, BDCs, broker-dealers, investment advisers and other market participants deliver required disclosures to investors an
The expanding role of alternative assets in modern portfolios... [more]Alternative assets are playing an increasingly important role in portfolio construction as investors seek diversification, inflation protection and improved risk-adjusted returns. Private equity, private credit, infrastructure, hedge funds and real assets are becoming core allocations rather than sa
Low profile, high AI ambition: what leaked comments reveal about DeepSeek's Liang Wenfeng... [more]A leaked transcript of a closed-door meeting offers a rare glimpse into DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng's philosophy, emphasizing restraint, long-term ambition and affordable open-source AI over rapid commercialization. The founder of both DeepSeek and hedge fund High-Flyer Quant argues that sustaina
DeepSeek founder's hedge funds are among big winners of CXMT IPO... [more]Hedge funds linked to DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng were among the biggest beneficiaries of the blockbuster IPO of Chinese memory-chip maker CXMT. The offering generated enormous gains for early investors as CXMT's shares surged on debut, highlighting the close ties between China's AI and semicondu
Quant funds blamed for driving Chinese equities slump? Data shows they were net buyers... [more]Quantitative funds have been blamed by some market participants for recent weakness in Chinese equities, but trading data suggests they were actually net buyers during the selloff. The findings indicate that broader market forces, rather than systematic funds alone, were responsible for the decline.
Big Short trader Michael Burry's rising bearish AI positions test China's stock support... [more]Michael Burry has reportedly expanded bearish positions tied to AI-related stocks, adding to concerns about stretched valuations in the sector. His positioning comes as Chinese authorities continue efforts to stabilize domestic equity markets amid heightened volatility.
Goldman Sachs sees AI driving Asia currency trading transformation... [more]Goldman Sachs believes artificial intelligence is reshaping currency trading across Asia by improving forecasting, execution and risk management. The bank expects AI tools to become an increasingly important competitive advantage for both banks and institutional investors.
Hedge fund bets on rising US healthcare stocks near 5-year high, Goldman says... [more]Hedge funds have increased bullish positions in US healthcare companies to their highest level in nearly five years, according to Goldman Sachs. Investors are rotating into the sector as valuations remain attractive and expectations for earnings growth improve. (Reuters)
Big-name hedge funds investing in outside managers are turning to a proven pool of talent... [more]Investment firms allocating capital to external managers are increasingly favoring hedge funds launched by former Citadel portfolio managers. Their strong trading backgrounds, institutional infrastructure and established track records continue to attract investor interest.
Billionaire David Tepper is betting big on this beaten-down name... [more]Appaloosa Management founder David Tepper has built a significant position in a company that has fallen out of favor with the market. The investment reflects Tepper's long-standing strategy of identifying undervalued businesses with substantial recovery potential.
How private credit's "master of disaster" made an $800 million fortune... [more]Forbes profiles a leading private credit investor whose expertise in distressed debt and complex restructurings has produced an estimated $800 million fortune. The article traces his career and explains how periods of financial stress created outsized investment opportunities.
Jeff Bezos increases investment in Blue Origin... [more]Jeff Bezos has committed additional funding to Blue Origin as the company accelerates development of its launch systems and space infrastructure. The investment underscores Bezos' continued long-term commitment to expanding the commercial space industry.
Peregrine Capital: AI conviction intact after volatile first half marked by war and oil shock... [more]Peregrine Capital says it remains confident in the long-term investment case for artificial intelligence despite a turbulent first half of the year marked by geopolitical tensions and energy price shocks. The firm believes structural AI trends continue to outweigh short-term market volatility.
Some senior people slipped away from Brevan Howard's commodities business... [more]More recently, Kobi Platt, the head of commodities strategy, went to Bridgewater. Robert Alpen, a natural gas trader in Switzerland, retraced his steps to commodities trading firm Englehart. And Jeff Nietschmann, a portfolio manager in Austin, Texas who joined from Millennium, left for Castleton Com
One of Britain's top hedge fund managers cruising off Mallorca... [more]The superyacht belonging to Ross J. Turner, the founder and owner of Pelham Capital, a London-based long/short equity hedge fund and who the Sunday Times ranks among the 20 wealthiest hedge fund managers in Britain is currently off Puerto Portals on a Mallorca cruise.
And, finally: The summer heat isn't only getting to the humans... [more]Just ask Katie Cole. On July 16, KDVR reported that she found a black bear cooling off in her kiddie pool. While the pool is actually for her dogs, Cole said she was glad the bear had a chance to go for a dip and cool down since the weather in that area has been so hot and dry. Colorado Parks and Wi
In an era of deepfakes, phantom fortunes, and narrative warfare, the challenge of distinguishing reality from illusion has never been more acute. For those stewarding generational wealth, the stakes are existential. This 11th edition of Horizons delves into the critical quest for clarity, offering a toolkit to navigate a world rife with deception and to build a foundation of verifiable trust.
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Matthias Knab, Opalesque for New Managers: On July 9th, participants from 28 countries joined Opalesque's "Kant & Capital" webinar - not for a lecture, but for a workshop. The premise: after sixty years of labels - SRI, triple bottom line, ESG, impact - each of which fell short of its promise, i..
