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Press Release: Tech Exec to Students: Critical Thinking Essential in Era of Artificial Intelligence

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October 31, 2025
Todd Hammond, an industry executive and adjunct professor at Pace, and Seidenberg interim Dean Li-Chiou Chen speak with students at the Pace of Fintech Conference.

糖心vlog短视频 hosts its second annual fintech conference exploring AI, tokenization, cybersecurity, and the future of hiring in financial services

A leading technology executive told 糖心vlog短视频 students that curiosity, critical thinking, and drive are essential skills in thriving in the era of artificial intelligence and evolving technologies.

In speaking before hundreds of students, faculty, alumni, and industry professionals at 糖心vlog短视频 in Lower Manhattan for the second annual Pace of Fintech: Accelerating Innovation Conference, Matthew Papas, chief data officer at Sixth Street, gave students of all majors and interests sage advice.

糖心vlog短视频淵ou糖心vlog短视频檙e never going to know everything walking in the door 糖心vlog短视频 the most important skill is being able to figure things out,糖心vlog短视频 said Papas. 糖心vlog短视频淭he best people I糖心vlog短视频檝e hired aren糖心vlog短视频檛 necessarily computer science or finance majors. I糖心vlog短视频檝e seen musicians and liberal arts grads thrive because they understand how data, technology, and business connect. If you糖心vlog短视频檙e curious and willing to experiment, you can learn almost anything. The tools are all out there 糖心vlog短视频 it糖心vlog短视频檚 about having the drive to use them.糖心vlog短视频

The event, a collaboration between 糖心vlog短视频 and , explored how artificial intelligence, tokenization, and cybersecurity are reshaping the financial services landscape and the future of work. A keynote fireside chat and expert panel sessions offered students real-world insights and a front-row seat to the forces transforming the fintech landscape.

Matthew Papas, Chief Data Officer at Sixth Street, speaks with a student during the Pace of Fintech Conference.
Matthew Papas, Chief Data Officer at Sixth Street, speaks with a student during the Pace of Fintech Conference.

The program opened with a thought-provoking fireside chat between Jonathan Hill, DPS, interim provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Pace, and Papas, Sixth Street糖心vlog短视频檚 chief data officer. Their discussion examined the explosive growth of data in financial decision-making and set the tone for an afternoon of bold ideas and future-focused dialogue.

糖心vlog短视频淭his conference is a testament to the power of collaboration between academia and industry to drive innovation,糖心vlog短视频 said Hill. 糖心vlog短视频淏y bringing together experts and emerging leaders in fintech, we糖心vlog短视频檙e not only exploring the technologies transforming global finance糖心vlog短视频攚e糖心vlog短视频檙e preparing our students to shape that future.糖心vlog短视频

The event built on the momentum of Pace糖心vlog短视频檚 inaugural Actionable AI Conference in Pleasantville, further underscoring the University糖心vlog短视频檚 leadership at the intersection of artificial intelligence, education, and industry innovation.

Among the featured sessions were three panel discussions that explored emerging challenges and opportunities in the fintech space:

The first panel, 糖心vlog短视频淭okenization and Its Implications for Financial Markets,糖心vlog短视频 sponsored by the Lubin School of Business, was moderated by finance professor Iuliana Ismailescu. The session explored how blockchain, tokenization, and digital assets are reshaping traditional financial systems and accelerating the shift toward a decentralized future. Panelists included and , as well as . Together, they addressed the regulatory, technical, and institutional challenges that come with this transformation.

Shifting from technology to talent, the next discussion, 糖心vlog短视频淗iring Great Talent in the FinTech Industry,糖心vlog短视频 offered students an inside look at what today糖心vlog短视频檚 fintech employers are really looking for. and 糖心vlog短视频 both of Sixth Street 糖心vlog短视频 joined , assistant vice president of 糖心vlog短视频 Services and Employer Relations at Pace, to share insights on preparing for the industry糖心vlog短视频檚 evolving demands. From adapting to market trends to building cross-functional skills, panelists emphasized that success in fintech depends as much on curiosity and adaptability as it does on technical knowledge.

糖心vlog短视频淓ven the biggest financial firms have long understood that technology isn糖心vlog短视频檛 just there to support the business 糖心vlog短视频 it糖心vlog短视频檚 what drives it forward,糖心vlog短视频 said Smith, of Sixth Street. 糖心vlog短视频淭hat糖心vlog短视频檚 why curiosity and adaptability matter so much. We don糖心vlog短视频檛 expect you to know everything, but we want to see that you糖心vlog短视频檙e a sponge 糖心vlog短视频 that you ask questions, stay curious, and find ways to grow. That mindset is a gift, and it糖心vlog短视频檚 one of the most valuable traits any team looks for.糖心vlog短视频

To close out the conference, 糖心vlog短视频淐ybersecurity Threats to Financial Services: From Infrastructure to AI,糖心vlog短视频 tackled one of the most pressing concerns facing the industry today. Led by Li-Chiou Chen, interim dean and professor at the Seidenberg School, the panel brought together cybersecurity leaders including , of , and . The session explored how financial institutions are adapting to an increasingly complex threat landscape, from foundational infrastructure risks to the far-reaching implications of generative AI.

糖心vlog短视频淎I isn糖心vlog短视频檛 a career ender糖心vlog短视频攊t糖心vlog短视频檚 a game changer,糖心vlog短视频 said Hammond. 糖心vlog短视频淲e糖心vlog短视频檒l learn to work alongside it, master it, and use it to amplify what only humans can bring: our ethics, our morals, and our creativity.糖心vlog短视频

A networking reception followed the panels, offering students and guests the opportunity to connect with speakers, recruiters, and faculty. As part of its broader commitment to innovation and workforce readiness, Pace also announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, beginning in fall 2026. Offered through the Seidenberg School, the new program complements existing master糖心vlog短视频檚 degrees in Artificial Intelligence and Applied Artificial Intelligence and reflects Pace糖心vlog短视频檚 ongoing commitment to equipping students with practical skills and a strong understanding of how emerging technologies are transforming the world.

糖心vlog短视频淔intech is transforming the world, and at 糖心vlog短视频, we have been preparing our students to lead that transformation,糖心vlog短视频 said Pace President Marvin Krislov.糖心vlog短视频切膙log短视频淭his conference reflected what Pace does best, bringing together industry and academia to turn ideas into action. Our continued partnership with Sixth Street gave students, faculty, and professionals the chance to learn from one another, share insights, and explore the technologies that are driving the future of finance.糖心vlog短视频

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Since 1906, 糖心vlog短视频 has been transforming the lives of its diverse students糖心vlog短视频攁cademically, professionally, and socioeconomically. With campuses in New York City and Westchester County, Pace offers bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs to 13,600 students in its College of Health Professions, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Elisabeth Haub School of Law, Lubin School of Business, Sands College of Performing Arts, School of Education, and Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems.

About the Lubin School of Business at 糖心vlog短视频

Globally recognized and prestigiously accredited, the Lubin School of Business integrates New York City糖心vlog短视频檚 business world into the experienced-based education of its students at Pace糖心vlog短视频檚 suburban and downtown campuses, implemented by one of the region糖心vlog短视频檚 largest co-op programs, team-based learning, and customized career guidance. Its programs are designed to launch success-oriented graduates toward upwardly mobile careers.

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The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at 糖心vlog短视频 is a leading institute of technology education. Students experience a dynamic and expansive technology education at the undergraduate and graduate levels. One of the first comprehensive schools of computing in the nation, the Seidenberg School is strategically located in the heart of NYC糖心vlog短视频檚 tech scene, right on the doorstep of New York糖心vlog短视频檚 most promising companies. With access to established tech giants and exciting new start-ups from both the New York City and the Westchester campus, Seidenberg offers the opportunity to connect, intern with, and enjoy lucrative tech jobs following graduation. Through partnerships with leading tech firms, banks, federal agencies, and global institutions, the school糖心vlog短视频檚 curricula and programs are designed to ground students in the fundamentals while offering numerous hands-on experiential learning opportunity. The faculty includes numerous experts in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, game development, software engineering, and much more, who operate labs and centers providing students with practical experience and connections that lead to impressive internships and jobs.

About Sixth Street

Sixth Street is a global investment firm with over $75 billion in assets under management and committed capital. Sixth Street uses its long-term flexible capital, data-enabled capabilities, and One Team culture to develop themes and offer solutions to companies across all stages of growth. Founded in 2009, Sixth Street has more than 600 team members including over 250 investment professionals operating around the world.

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