Hedge funds thrive on speed, precision, and control. They ingest massive streams of data, run proprietary models, and execute trades in milliseconds. From idea generation and risk modeling to investor reporting, every step depends on data.

This whitepaper explores three priorities shaping the future of hedge funds:

• AI and automation to accelerate research, execution, and surveillance
• Data platforms and analytics modernization, including regulatory governance
• Investor experience, as Legal Partners demand faster reporting, transparency, and trust

We also highlight how Airflow’s new remote execution separates orchestration from execution, giving firms a fully managed Airflow control plane without exposing sensitive data outside their private environment.