TY - BOOK AU - Conlon,Thomas AU - Corbet,Shaen AU - Heywood,John AU - Hu,Yang AU - Jacobsen,Joyce P. AU - Koirala,Santosh AU - Larkin,Charles AU - Morgan,Deborah AU - Rao,Sandeep AU - Staunton,David AU - Tandon,Shivani TI - Themes in Alternative Investments T2 - De Gruyter Studies in Finance , SN - 9783110757927 U1 - 332.6 23 PY - 2024///] CY - Berlin, Boston PB - De Gruyter KW - Investments KW - Alternative Investitionen KW - Dezentrale Finanzierung KW - Nachhaltige Finanzierung KW - BUSINESS & ECONOMICSĀ / Finance / General KW - bisacsh KW - AI strategies KW - Alternative investments KW - Decentralized finance (DeFi) KW - Green markets KW - Sustainable finance N1 - Frontmatter --; About the Series --; Contents --; Chapter 1 Themes in Alternative Investments: An Introduction --; Chapter 2 Understanding the Tuna Bond Scandal --; Chapter 3 The Implications of the Silicon Valley Bank Collapse --; Chapter 4 The Problem with NFTs --; Chapter 5 Money Market Funds in the EU: A Review of Recent Literature and Regulatory Developments --; Chapter 6 Private Equity and Hedge Funds: Post-Global Financial Crisis Performance and Regulations --; Chapter 7 Investing in Wine --; Chapter 8 Wine as an Investment --; Chapter 9 How Can AI Be Used to Target Market Manipulation? An Overview of Techniques and Systems that Can Be Used to ID Market Manipulation --; Chapter 10 Understanding the Contagion Effects of the FTX Exchange Collapse --; Chapter 11 Can Artificial Intelligence Be Used to Target Market Manipulation? --; List of Contributors --; List of Figures --; List of Tables --; Index; restricted access; Issued also in print N2 - In an era where traditional investment paradigms are being constantly redefined by technological innovation and the global push towards sustainability, Themes in Alternative Investments emerges as a seminal volume designed to guide investors, finance professionals, and scholars through the complex terrain of non-traditional financial vehicles. This volume presents a thorough exploration of the interconnections between cutting-edge technology, dynamic market forces, and the intricate regulatory landscapes shaping the future of finance. With a spotlight on burgeoning investment mediums such as cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), private equity, and fine wine, it provides a critical analysis of the burgeoning domain of sustainable finance solutions amidst the digital revolution. The contributors to this volume undertake a meticulous examination of alternative investments, presenting a nuanced narrative that spans from the infamous Tuna Bonds scandal to the high-profile downfalls of Silicon Valley Bank and the FTX exchange. This narrative delves into the profound implications of technological advancements on market infrastructures, scrutinising the shifting contours of financial fraud and the paramount importance of robust regulatory frameworks in upholding market integrity. Themes in Alternative Investments not only dissects the allure and pitfalls of these emergent investment avenues but also casts a critical eye on the role of artificial intelligence in reshaping investment strategies and market operations. The discussion transcends the mere identification of opportunities and challenges, offering a deep dive into the mechanisms by which technology and AI are becoming pivotal in the detection and prevention of market manipulation and fraud. As the landscape of alternative investments expands, driven by investor appetite for innovation and higher yields, this volume serves as an indispensable resource. It equips stakeholders with the analytical tools and insights needed to discern the complexities of these investment strategies, navigate their risks, and harness the potential of financial markets evolving under the influence of digital transformation and sustainability imperatives UR - https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110757941 UR - https://www.degruyter.com/isbn/9783110757941 UR - https://www.degruyter.com/document/cover/isbn/9783110757941/original ER -