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EPFL Financial Forum: Treasury Management and Innovation

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This lecture covers various aspects of treasury management and financial innovation at EPFL, including an introduction to the institution, the management team, funding sources, and associated campuses. It also delves into the EPFL's three missions, focus areas, and priorities, as well as recent achievements such as the 2030 Climate & Sustainability Strategy. The presentation further explores the role of EPFL in fostering sustainable finance, the tokenization of assets, and the FinTech program. It concludes with insights into the Swiss Negative Emissions Fund and the Enterprise for Society Center's initiatives in sustainable innovation.

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