AI Explained: A Guide for Ethical Investors with Vinnay Cchoda, Betashares
What do ethical investors need to understand about artificial intelligence and how can they put that understanding into practice?
Recorded in Sydney, this podcast brings together Dr Rodger Spiller and Vinnay Cchoda, Responsible Investment Manager at Betashares, for a detailed, accessible exploration of AI through an ethical investor’s lens.
We introduce the Ethical Investment Guide to Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, an initiative of the Ethical Advisers’ Co-op and the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA), and discuss why these issues matter for investors.
Vinnay then explains Betashares’ framework for understanding the AI ecosystem across four layers: semiconductor companies; cloud infrastructure providers; foundation-model developers; and software and platform companies delivering AI applications. We explore how the opportunities and ethical risks differ across these layers, using examples including NVIDIA, Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic and Salesforce.
Throughout the discussion, we consider how investors can assess companies’ approaches, ask better questions and look for evidence that responsible-AI commitments translate into practice. We conclude by exploring how collaborative investor engagement and AI governance initiatives can encourage greater accountability, stronger safeguards and respect for human rights.
Vinnay brings two decades of experience across investment management, sustainability and technology strategy. At Betashares, his work spans environmental, social and governance (ESG) research, stewardship, proxy voting, controversy assessment and responsible investment product development.
Established in 2009, Betashares is a leading Australian fund manager, serving more than one million investors and managing more than A$80 billion in assets.
This podcast provides general information for educational purposes and is not financial advice. Money Matters does not endorse or recommend any fund or investment strategy discussed. Please consult a qualified financial adviser before making investment decisions.
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