GoVenture aims to bring you insightful conversations with founders, CTOs, Directors, Senior Managers and many other successful people from start-up or tech backgrounds, hosted by Pritesh Kumar, founder of FunctionUp. Whether you are just starting up or have a few years of experience under your belt, over this series, you are guaranteed to learn many non-intuitive things that will help in growing your career or business in the start-up ecosystem. Tune in every Thursday for a new episode, a new conversation and many new learnings.
AI-Powered Finance & Next Frontier in Financial Services - with Pratik Shah Of EY - Managing Partner
Summary: In this conversation, Pratik Shah discusses the evolution of financial services in India over the past two decades, highlighting the significant transformations brought about by digital banking and AI. He emphasizes the role of government initiatives in creating a robust digital infrastructure and the impact of technology on customer experience and internal operations within financial institutions. The discussion also touches on the future of banking, the integration of AI, and the changing regulatory landscape. In this conversation, Pratik Shah discusses the evolving landscape of India's financial services, emphasizing the importance of regulatory standards, the integration of fintech with traditional banking, and the critical role of customer experience. He highlights the need for robust KYC processes and the potential of wealth tech in catering to the growing affluent population. The discussion also touches on the future of banking, where hyper-personalization and technology will play a significant role in enhancing customer interactions.TakeawaysThe financial services sector in India has grown from a small team to a 13,000-member strong entity.Digital banking has transformed customer experiences, making banking more accessible and efficient.AI is revolutionizing customer service and underwriting processes in banking.The future of banking will involve humanoid interactions that empathize with customers.Government initiatives like UPI and Aadhar have set a global standard for digital infrastructure.AI is being used to enhance internal operations and knowledge management in financial services.Branches will evolve into experience centers rather than traditional banking spaces.The rapid adoption of AI in India is driven by a digital-first approach and government support.Financial institutions are leveraging AI for personalized customer experiences and efficient operations.The regulatory landscape is becoming more stringent, emphasizing resiliency in financial services. India is on track to become one of the top five economies in the world.The growth of UPI highlights the need for reliable digital infrastructure.Regulatory standards are essential for a resilient financial services industry.Robust KYC processes are crucial to prevent financial fraud.Banks are increasingly adopting fintech-like approaches to enhance customer service.Customer experience is becoming the central focus for financial institutions.The future of banking will involve hyper-personalized services for customers.Wealth tech is an emerging field with significant growth potential in India.Bite-sized investment products can democratize access to various asset classes.The integration of AI in banking will lead to more personalized financial advice.Sound Bites"Banking is now done at your fingertips.""AI will change the way we do banking.""AI is now a source of competitive advantage.""Branches will become experience centers.""UPI is rolling the roost in India.""Resiliency is key for regulators today.""UPI is the lifeline of how we will transact.""Banks want to be more like fintechs.""The Jarvis of banking is not far away.""Bite-sized investments are the future."Chapters00:00 The Journey of Financial Services in India04:12 Transformations in Banking: From Branches to Digital08:55 The Rise of AI in Banking and Customer Service14:27 AI's Impact on Internal Operations in Financial Services19:09 The Future of AI in Financial Services22:29 Government's Role in Shaping Financial Services in India26:42 India's Economic Growth and Regulatory Standards28:34 Regulatory Initiatives for Financial Safety30:24 The Evolution of Banks and Fintech Partnerships36:03 Customer Experience in Financial Services45:06 Future Trends in Fintech and Wealth ManagementPratik Shah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pratik-shah-00a06a2
4 Jun 2024
Bootstrapping Vs VC Funding - Part 2 Saarthak Bakshi CEO/Founder of Risaa IVF #ivf #podcast
🎙️ GOVENTURE Podcast : Bootstrapping Vs VC Funding - Part 2
Summary
The journey of bootstrapping a startup and the debate between bootstrapping and raising VC funding. The importance of building a solid foundation and focusing on fundamentals in business is emphasized. The discussion concludes with the challenges of hiring the right team and the crucial role of trust and decision-making in the success of a startup.
Takeaways
1. Bootstrapping allows founders to have control over their company and build a solid foundation before seeking external funding.
2. VC funding should be pursued when there is a need for rapid growth, but it comes with the pressure to show significant growth and can distract from building a sustainable business.
3. Hiring the right team is crucial for the success of a startup, and trust and decision-making play a vital role in maintaining a strong team dynamic.
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14 May 2024
IVF Industry and Surrogacy - Episode 1 Saarthak Bakshi CEO/Founder of Risaa IVF #ivf #podcast
🎙️ GOVENTURE Podcast : IVF Industry and Surrogacy
Summary
Dr. Saarthak Bakshi, an IVF specialist, discusses his experience in the IVF industry and the challenges couples face when trying to conceive. He emphasizes the importance of seeking medical help early on and dispels the misconception that infertility is solely a female issue. Dr. Bakshi also touches on the ethical considerations of gene editing and the future of human evolution. He addresses the cost of IVF procedures, the legality of gender selection, and the rise of medical tourism in India. He acknowledges the existence of malpractices in the industry but highlights that they are the exception rather than the norm. Finally, he explores the psychological and societal reasons why couples choose to have children and the pressure they face from society. The conversation explores the reasons why women become surrogate mothers and the moral and ethical implications of surrogacy.
Takeaways
1. Infertility is not solely a female issue; 50% of infertility cases are caused by male infertility.
2. Early intervention is crucial in addressing fertility issues; delaying treatment can lead to more complications.
3. The IVF industry has seen malpractices, but they are the exception rather than the norm.
4. The cost of IVF procedures in India is more affordable compared to other countries, making it a popular destination for medical tourism.
5. The decision to have a child is driven by psychological and societal factors, such as the desire to pass on a legacy and complete one's family. 6. The primary reasons women become surrogate mothers are to secure their children's future, provide a better home, and clear off debts.
7. Surrogacy should be allowed as it helps couples who are unable to have children and provides financial compensation to surrogate mothers.
🔍 Episode Highlights:
0:00 Teaser Intro
0:20 Intro
2:24 How Indian parents look at IVF
11:14 China is producing designer babies
16:11 Can we choose a gender while opting for IVF
18:01 Rise of medical tourism in India
20:04 Why India banned surrogacy for foreigners
21:01 When should we take the decision of IVF
24:53 Men can't talk about their sperms
27:23 Why couples are not able to have babies
30:37 Islam & Hindusim on IVF & surrogacy
36:19 Malpractices in IVF & surrogacy
39:54 Concerns arround exploitations of surrogate mothers
41:40 Why women become surrogate mothers
47:13 Celebrities who did surrogacy
48:35 Outro
48:52 End Credits
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