Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Modern Finance

Introduction:  

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics into finance has impacted decision-making, risk management, and market efficiency. This special issue seeks high-quality research that addresses both the theoretical advancements and practical applications of AI and big data in modern financial systems. By bringing together diverse perspectives, this collection will provide financial professionals, researchers, and policymakers with valuable insights into the opportunities and limitations of these technologies in shaping the future of global finance.

We welcome original, unpublished research on innovative methodologies, empirical studies, and critical reviews that advance this interdisciplinary field. Submissions on a wide range of topics within the digital economy are encouraged.

Topics covered:

• AI & Big Data in Financial Markets
• Risk Management & Fraud Detection
• AI Applications in Corporate Finance & Investment Strategies
• Regulatory & Ethical Challenges
• Emerging Technologies in Finance
• Digital Finance

Submission instructions:

Please read the [Guide for Authors] before submitting. All articles should be [submitted online], please select [VSI: Artificial Intelligence] on submission.

Important deadlines:

• Submission deadline: 28 February 2026

Guest editors:

• Jose (Pei) Liu, Newcastle University, UK. Email: pei.liu@ncl.ac.uk
• Yaofei Xu, Xi’an Jiaotong Liverpool University, China. Email: Yaofei.Xu@xjtlu.edu.cn
• Junhong Yang, Sheffield University, UK. Email: Junhong.yang@sheffield.ac.uk
• Xiao Zhang, Central University of Finance and Economics, China. Email: xzhang@cufe.edu.cn