2025 Speakers
Dr. Saran Ahuja
Chief Data Scientist
ABACUS digital
Saran Ahuja (Sunny) is a mathematician passionate about applying machine learning and statistical modeling to solve real-world problems. He is currently a Chief Data Scientist at ABACUS digital where he is responsible for building credit scorings, fraud models, and other AI-applications.
Prior to joining ABACUS digital, he worked as a quantitative researcher at Two Sigma Investment, a leading quantitative hedge-fund in New York. He holds a Ph.D. in mathematics from Stanford University and was a visiting researcher at Harvard University.
Speaking At
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1:50–2:30pmTue 16 SepSummit StageSummit Stage, (5F), BOT Learning CenterOpen
Others
Turning Digital Footprint into Financial Opportunity
Summit StageSummit Stage, (5F), BOT Learning CenterOpen
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Ithinan WatsuksantiHead of LendingAscend Money
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Pawan BhatVice PresidentNucleus Software Exports Limited
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Phurush OngsriHead, GrabFin ThailandGrab
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Dr. Saran AhujaChief Data ScientistABACUS digital
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Dr. Charosporn ChalermtiaranaContent Lead, JapanGlobal Finance & Technology Network (GFTN)Moderator
About this session
Billions remain underserved by traditional financial systems, but alternative data offers new ways to bridge the gap. This panel will highlight how fintech firms and regulators are using data from non-traditional sources to enable responsible micro-lending and affordable financial products. Hear from the practitioners and experts about real world case studies that have transformative potential of inclusive digital finance.
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