#49 Capital Markets & AI: Ronan Donohue on the Next Financial Wave

In this episode Ronan Donohue, a 30-year bond market veteran and founder of Q4 Capital Advisors, discusses how capital markets are being reshaped by data analytics, AI and digital securities. He explains practical uses like digital (blockchain) bonds, automated syndication, avatars for research delivery, and the ongoing role of legacy systems.

Key takeaways: finance is transforming but not overnight — expect productivity gains, new roles (e.g., prompt engineers), and hybrid solutions bridging old and new infrastructure. Ronan stresses staying curious and upskilling to remain relevant.