The Voleon Group

Overview

A quantitative investment management firm based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2007 by Michael Kharitonov and Jon McAuliffe, the organization specializes in applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to develop advanced trading strategies. With substantial assets under management, it focuses on solving large-scale financial prediction problems via data-driven research and techniques.

The firm leverages proprietary machine learning algorithms and statistical models to identify market inefficiencies, offering quantitative trading strategies and a robust technological infrastructure for its research and operations. Its approach is rooted in academic research and computational science, with continuous innovation in statistical machine learning to enhance prediction accuracy and risk management. The primary clientele consists of institutional investors seeking innovative, data-driven asset management solutions.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 510-704-9870
• Website: voleon.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/voleon-capital-management
• AngelList: angel.co/voleon-capital-management

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Quantitative investment management
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning for trading
• Development of advanced trading strategies
• Large-scale financial prediction problems
• Market inefficiency detection
• Proprietary machine learning algorithms
• Statistical models for financial markets
• Quantitative trading strategies
• Technological infrastructure for research
• Institutional asset management
• Continuous innovation in statistical machine learning
• Risk management innovation
• Customized machine learning systems
• Academic and computational research
• Data-driven investment solutions

Technologies Used

• Microsoft Office 365
• Outlook