Sahamati's Insights from Key Panel Discussions at Spark 2.0 and the Global Economic Summit

14 Sep 2024

Sahamati participated in the 9th Global Economic Summit on FINTECH: Accelerating the Digital Revolution at WTC Mumbai 

On August 8th, 2024, Mr BG Mahesh participated in a dynamic panel discussion at the Global Economic Summit, sharing the stage with notable industry leaders, including Mr. Thampy Koshy, Managing Director of Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), Mr. Ajay Rajan, Country Head of Transaction Banking at Yes Bank, and Mr. Akshat Khetan, Founder of AU Corporate Advisory and Legal Services (AUCL).

The panel focused on the evolving business models in fintech, particularly those poised to empower the MSME sector. Against this backdrop, panelists explored various innovative models for Account Aggregators (AAs), highlighting how these frameworks could unlock new opportunities for MSMEs and help bridge the financial inclusion gap.

Another key theme of the discussion was the importance of data privacy and security in the AA ecosystem. Panelists addressed how AAs are tackling privacy concerns and playing a critical role in building consumer trust. Additionally, the conversation delved into the challenges of scaling the AA ecosystem, emphasizing the need for collaboration, infrastructure, and policy support to ensure its sustainable growth.

The session provided a wealth of insights into the future of fintech and its potential to reshape the landscape for MSMEs in India.

Sahamati joins the dialogue at Spark 2.0 hosted by the Indian School of Business (ISB).

Spark 2.0 brought together thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and venture capitalists from the startup ecosystem for a day of insightful discussions and valuable networking.

BG Mahesh, CEO of Sahamati, highlighted the transformative potential of the Account Aggregator Framework in bridging the financial inclusion gap, empowering individuals to control their own data. His insights offered invaluable guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly those focused on improving access to financial services and building a secure, sustainable financial future.