Justin Xu is Chief Quant and AI Officer at MillTech, where he leads the firm's artificial intelligence strategy, quantitative research, FX hedging, and risk management activities. He oversees cross-functional teams building scalable, production-grade AI and machine learning systems across portfolio construction, currency hedging, risk management, and enterprise decision-making. Justin has more than 15 years of experience in financial markets, combining expertise in quantitative research, risk management, systematic strategies, and technology-led product innovation. Recognised as a thought leader in the application of AI to capital markets, Justin regularly speaks at industry conferences, including Future Alpha and Momentum AI. He is currently a member of the Bank of England and FCA Artificial Intelligence Consortium and sits on the advisory board of Future Alpha. Justin previously lectured in Financial Economics at the University of Glasgow. He earned a PhD in Financial Econometrics from Lancaster University, is a certified Financial Risk Manager, and holds the Certificate in Quantitative Finance.