Dr. David Malkin
Dr. David Malkin
AI Architect, Cogent Labs

Dr. Malkin is an AI Architect at Cogent Labs Tokyo. His Ph.D. in computer science from University College London focused on the optimization of complex networks, including neural networks, using genetic algorithms. Following his studies, he worked as a quantitative trader, using machine learning to develop high-frequency trading algorithms.

Seeing the tremendous impact of autonomous systems in financial markets in 2013, Dr. Malkin established an AI consulting firm in London to help companies use AI technology. He joined Cogent Labs in 2015, the early days of the company, and works both on research and business development.

Cogent Labs is a Tokyo-based applied AI company which conducts cutting-edge research and applies it to real-world business challenges, from handwriting recognition to financial forecasting.

Innovative Thinking: A Future-Proof Skill

Innovative thinking is vital to thrive in a rapidly changing, AI-driven business world. Learn how to adapt to digital disruptions.
Innovative thinking is vital to thrive in a rapidly changing, AI-driven business world. Learn how to adapt to digital disruptions.

Blockchain . . . Basically

Alright, picture this. You're trying to send money to a friend...
Alright, picture this. You're trying to send money to a friend...

The MBA Is Back in Business for 2025

It looks like the MBA is back in business in...
It looks like the MBA is back in business in...

How to Create a Successful Platform Migration Strategy: Best Practices for Seamless Transitions

The ability to continuously adapt and keep up with technological...
The ability to continuously adapt and keep up with technological...

Starting a Business in Japan: An Essential Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs in 2025

As the 2nd strongest Asian economy and 4th largest globally...
As the 2nd strongest Asian economy and 4th largest globally...

Cybersecurity . . . Basically

You know how in every heist movie, there’s a big vault with a steel door, and a bunch of guys have to blow up the safe and crack codes to grab the payload and get out before they’re caught? Well, if you replace money with your company’s data, that’s why we need cyber security, basically.
You know how in every heist movie, there’s a big vault with a steel door, and a bunch of guys have to blow up the safe and crack codes to grab the payload and get out before they’re caught? Well, if you replace money with your company’s data, that’s why we need cyber security, basically.

Greenwashing . . . Basically

Just because a product seems eco-friendly doesn’t mean it is. In this episode of “...Basically”, GLOBIS Insights Editor Kingsley Nlewedim will discuss greenwashing, the act of falsely marketing a product or service as eco-friendly. We'll explore what the practice is, how it is done, and what to look out for as a consumer.
Just because a product seems eco-friendly doesn’t mean it is. In this episode of “...Basically”, GLOBIS Insights Editor Kingsley Nlewedim will discuss greenwashing, the act of falsely marketing a product or service as eco-friendly. We'll explore what the practice is, how it is done, and what to look out for as a consumer.

NFTs . . . Basically

You may have heard the buzz about NFTs, or Non-Fungible...
You may have heard the buzz about NFTs, or Non-Fungible...