Lalitesh Katragadda

Lalitesh Katragadda, a former Google engineering leader who helped create Google Maps and founder of Indihood, dives into the fascinating intersection of technology and banking. He discusses how crowdsourcing can drive financial inclusion, comparing it to the map-making process. Lalitesh highlights the role of digital coordination for farmers and the launch of Avanti Finance in India, focusing on configurable loans and community ownership. Their conversation also touches on AI ethics and the revolutionary potential of platforms to empower underserved populations globally.