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.

How to Get a Job in Japan: A Guide for Foreign Professionals

TL;DR: Due to a rapidly aging workforce, demand for skilled...
TL;DR: Due to a rapidly aging workforce, demand for skilled...

Creating Value Through Food, Culture, and Customer Connections

Based in Tsubame-Sanjo, Ebematsu Shoji specializes in kitchenware, restaurant atmosphere, & enriching the cuisine experience nationwide. Learn about innovation, strategy, & more from CEO Masahiro Ebe.
Based in Tsubame-Sanjo, Ebematsu Shoji specializes in kitchenware, restaurant atmosphere, & enriching the cuisine experience nationwide. Learn about innovation, strategy, & more from CEO Masahiro Ebe.

The Ethical Challenges of AI and Their Actionable Solutions

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is disruptively revolutionizing industries, businesses and the workplace in previously unimaginable ways. Its rapid rise, however, raises pressing ethical concerns with socio-economic and political consequences–from biased algorithms and widespread misinformation to the loss of privacy. This article explores the most crucial ethical issues surrounding AI, and what can be done to responsibly harness its potential.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is disruptively revolutionizing industries, businesses and the workplace in previously unimaginable ways. Its rapid rise, however, raises pressing ethical concerns with socio-economic and political consequences–from biased algorithms and widespread misinformation to the loss of privacy. This article explores the most crucial ethical issues surrounding AI, and what can be done to responsibly harness its potential.

Digital Marketing . . . Basically

Have you ever thought about buying a certain product, like a set of dumbbells, and then suddenly whenever you look at your phone, you’re seeing all sorts of ads for weight sets, protein powders, and gym memberships? It’s almost like your phone is reading your mind or something. Well, that’s digital marketing, basically.
Have you ever thought about buying a certain product, like a set of dumbbells, and then suddenly whenever you look at your phone, you’re seeing all sorts of ads for weight sets, protein powders, and gym memberships? It’s almost like your phone is reading your mind or something. Well, that’s digital marketing, basically.

Key messages from the ASEAN Japan Future Generation Business Leaders’ Summit

In 2024, ASEAN and Japan marked a historic milestone: the...
In 2024, ASEAN and Japan marked a historic milestone: the...

Top 5 Business Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond

Here’s how 5 key business trends are shaping the future and what organizations can do to adapt to these massive changes.
Here’s how 5 key business trends are shaping the future and what organizations can do to adapt to these massive changes.

Tariffs . . . Basically

Discover how tariffs work, why they’re imposed, and their impact on prices and jobs. Learn the basics of tariffs in plain language.
Discover how tariffs work, why they’re imposed, and their impact on prices and jobs. Learn the basics of tariffs in plain language.

Data Economy . . . Basically

Imagine you’re talking to a friend about a wedding you’re planning to attend. You casually mention that you need a new pair of dress shoes. Later that evening, you’re scrolling through social media, and bam—a billion ads for loafers pop up. That’s the data economy, basically.
Imagine you’re talking to a friend about a wedding you’re planning to attend. You casually mention that you need a new pair of dress shoes. Later that evening, you’re scrolling through social media, and bam—a billion ads for loafers pop up. That’s the data economy, basically.