ICT PPT April 28 2024
ICT PPT April 28 2024
ICT PPT April 28 2024
Presented By,
Anik Kumar Kundu ACMA, ITP, LLB
Deputy Manager, Cost & Budget, Beacon Group
Part-time Faculty & Trainer, ICMAB
Date : 28 Apr, 2024
Blockchain
A blockchain is “a distributed
database that maintains a
continuously growing list of ordered
records, called blocks.” These blocks
“are linked using cryptography. Each
block contains a cryptographic hash
of the previous block, a timestamp,
and transaction data. A blockchain
is a decentralized, distributed and
public digital ledger that is used to
record transactions across many
computers so that the record cannot
be altered retroactively without the
alteration of all subsequent blocks
and the consensus of the network.
Artificial intelligence is a broad field, which refers to the use of technologies to build machines and computers
that have the ability to mimic cognitive functions associated with human intelligence, such as being able to
see, understand, and respond to spoken or written language, analyze data, make recommendations, and
more.
Although artificial intelligence is often thought of as a system in itself, it is a set of technologies implemented in
a system to enable it to reason, learn, and act to solve a complex problem.
Machine Learning:
Machine learning is a subset of artificial intelligence that automatically enables a machine or system to learn
and improve from experience. Instead of explicit programming, machine learning uses algorithms to analyze
large amounts of data, learn from the insights, and then make informed decisions.
Machine learning algorithms improve performance over time as they are trained—exposed to more data.
Machine learning models are the output, or what the program learns from running an algorithm on training
data. The more data used, the better the model will get.
Decentralized finance, or DeFi, uses emerging technology to remove third parties and centralized institutions from
financial transactions.
The components of DeFi are cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and software that allow people to transact
financially with each other.
DeFi is still in its infancy and subject to hacks and thefts because of sloppy programming and a lack of security testing
before applications are launched.
Predictive Analytics:
Industries from insurance to marketing use predictive techniques to make important decisions.
Predictive models help make weather forecasts, develop video games, translate voice-to-text messages, make
customer service decisions, and develop investment portfolios.
Predictive analytics determines a likely outcome based on an examination of current and historical data.
Decision trees, regression, and neural networks all are types of predictive models.
People often confuse predictive analytics with machine learning even though the two are different disciplines.
Date : 28 Apr, 2024
Fintech and the Future of
Finance
The financial technology (fintech) industry is evolving rapidly and is having a major impact on the banking
sector. Fintech companies are using innovative technologies to offer new and improved financial products
and services, which is challenging traditional banks to adapt or risk being left behind.
Here are some of the ways fintech is shaping the future of banking:
Digital banking: fintech companies are leading the way in digital banking, offering customers a convenient
and seamless way to manage their finances online and through mobile apps. This is forcing traditional
banks to invest in their digital platforms to compete.
Payment innovations: They are also disrupting the payments landscape, offering new and faster ways to
make payments, such as mobile wallets and peer-to-peer (P2P) payments. This is making it easier for
customers to send and receive money, and is also opening up new opportunities for businesses.
Alternative lending: Fintech companies are also offering alternative lending options to consumers and
businesses, which is challenging the dominance of traditional banks in the lending market. These new
lending options are often more accessible and affordable than traditional bank loans, and are helping to
make financial services more inclusive.
Data analytics: FinTech's are using data analytics to gain insights into customer behavior and preferences.
This data can be used to develop new products and services, as well as to improve the customer
experience. Traditional banks are also beginning to embrace data analytics, but are trying to catch up
with the fintech industry.