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Pralhad Giri

Pralhad Giri

Deputy Director, Nepal Rastra Bank

Mr. Giri is a distinguished Deputy Director at Nepal Rastra Bank with over 12 years of experience in economic research, financial market analysis, and financial sector oversight. Currently serving in the Economic Analysis Division, he has played a pivotal role in developing economic models, conducting policy studies, and leading Nepal's financial inclusion strategies.

He has led initiatives such as regulatory sandboxes and innovation hubs, and served as the Head of the Financial Inclusion Unit, Secretariat In-charge of the High-Level Committee on Financial Inclusion Roadmap Implementation, and a member of the Financial Stability Oversight Sub-Committee.

An accomplished academic and global speaker, Mr. Giri also serves as a visiting lecturer and regularly delivers keynote addresses on fintech, financial regulation, inclusion, and information security at international forums. His work continues to shape Nepal’s financial landscape while inspiring the next generation of economic leaders.

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GFTN Insights

Roundtable Room 2 (Level 2)

Open

Tue, 6 May   |   12:00PM - 01:30PM

Trust in AI: Will consumer protection and data privacy regulations hinder or enable AI adoption in the Global South?

As AI adoption accelerates globally, governments in the global south are shaping data regulations to govern its development and use. The EU and GDPR have set global benchmarks for responsible AI governance, but do these frameworks guide or constrain adoption of AI in the Global South? Should stringent AI governance frameworks be replicated, adapted or reimagined for emerging markets?  How do these policies impact SMEs, startups and institutions broadly, given compliance costs, regulatory capacity and skills gap.

  1. How can policymakers and businesses in the Global South balance AI expansion with consumer rights, economic growth, and local challenges such as digital literacy and limited AI infrastructure?
  2. Can a risk-based approach to AI regulation ensure ethical deployment without stifling local innovation?
  3. SMEs are key to job creation. How can governments introduce scaled compliance to encourage SME growth whilst balancing accountability
  4. Are regional data sharing agreements the way to go, balancing sovereignty of data and facilitating regional trade and growth

Pralhad Giri

Pralhad GiriDeputy Director, Nepal Rastra Bank
Joseph Breeden

Dr. Joseph BreedenChief Executive Officer, Deep Future Analytics
Raadhika Sihin

Raadhika SihinHead of Public Policy, Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN)
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