Renowned AI Expert Xi Chen Joins Compass Lexecon

Core Insights - FTI Consulting, Inc. announced the affiliation of Dr. Xi Chen with its subsidiary Compass Lexecon, enhancing its expertise in digital markets and AI [1][4] Group 1: Dr. Xi Chen's Background and Expertise - Dr. Chen is an award-winning expert in machine learning, AI, quantitative economics, and digital platforms, having collaborated with major companies like Google, Meta, and JPMorganChase [2][5] - His research has been published in top academic journals and he has authored significant works on blockchain and AI [4][5] Group 2: Role at Compass Lexecon - In his new role, Dr. Chen will focus on issues related to digital market competition, online advertising, algorithmic fairness, and the economics of digital assets [3][7] - His appointment is part of Compass Lexecon's strategy to expand its team of antitrust and finance experts, having added 20 academic experts in 2025 [7] Group 3: Company Overview - Compass Lexecon is recognized as a leading economic consulting firm with over 600 professionals in 25 offices globally, specializing in competition, finance, and intellectual property [8] - FTI Consulting, the parent company, generated $3.70 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024 and employs over 8,100 staff across 32 countries [9]