Aashish Sharma is a seasoned expert in Cards, Digital Banking, and Payments, bringing over 25 years of experience in multinational banking environments. Throughout his distinguished career, he has led the development and implementation of electronic transaction systems and established robust card businesses, including Debit, Credit, ATM, POS, Payment Gateways, and E-commerce platforms.

With deep expertise in Fraud Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process Re-engineering, and Project Implementation, Aashish has played a critical role in optimizing operations and driving digital transformation across banking services. His work extends to Remittance, IT Systems, Financial Inclusion, Mobile Banking, and Agency Banking, consistently focusing on Product Innovation and expanding access to modern financial services.

Aashish is recognized for his strategic contributions in Digital Banking, Mobile Payments, Banking Technology, FinTech, and Consulting, making him a leading voice in the evolution of digital financial services.
Supported By:
A. Data Hub
B. Internet Exchange Nepal (NPIX)
C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu
G. Amtrix Technology
H. Chabahil Plaza
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Guests:
A. Birendra Kumar Mishra
B. Kailash Budu
C. Subash Sharma
D. Manohar Kumar Bhattarai
E. Laxman Adhikari
F. Bikash Dangol
G. Anil Regmi
H. Ganesh Shah
I. Subash Dhakal
J. Bikash Dangol
K. Pitamber Bhandari
L. Prakash Sharma
M. Chandra Dev Bhatta
N. Vivek S. Rana
O. Surendra Chand Thakur
P. Bhuvan Kumar Dahal
Q. Adesh Khadka
R. Chhiring Sherpa


Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors:

A. Bikram Shrestha- President
B. Binay Bohara- Director
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Santu Lama
E. Kalpana Shrestha
F. Sunita Nhemaphuki
G. Avigya Pokhrel
H. Bikash Khatri
I. Ishan Tamilsina
J. Chirag Thapa
K. Tazanna Shrestha
L. Balkishor Chaudhary
M. Sambidhan Prasai


This Episode is Sponsored by:
• Data Hub F1Soft International Pvt.Ltd.
• Data Hub Pvt.Ltd.
• Daraz Nepal
• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president)
Guest: Aashish Sharma

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Er. Pankaj Jalan is a dedicated educationist and social entrepreneur committed to bringing a social revolution in Nepal through the power of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). He serves as the Chairman of Lord Buddha Education Foundation and College for Professional Studies in Kathmandu, and Akshar Vidhya Mandir (Smart School) in Janakpur, overseeing their strategic and administrative functions. With a background in Engineering and advanced degrees in Management and Infrastructure, he combines technical expertise with visionary leadership. Er. Jalan has played a pivotal role in promoting ICT through his involvement with the Computer Association of Nepal, Nepal Chamber of Commerce, and as the Founder President of IEPAN. He has represented Nepal in international ICT events in Japan, India, and Pakistan and was honored with the National ICT Excellence Award 2022 by the Government of Nepal. His mission is to advance e-governance and transform Nepal's education system for a more inclusive digital future.

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Er. Bikash Gurung is the President of the Robotics Association of Nepal (RAN), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing robotics and automation technology. With a personal vision to make local engineers globally competent, he has spent over a decade empowering young innovators through national and international platforms like the International Robotics Competition, Miss Tech, NASA Space Apps Challenge, and Girls in Robotics & AI. He has led collaborations with global and national institutions including Google, Microsoft, NAST, UNDP, and the US Embassy. He also serves on several national science, innovation, and ICT committees, and directs pioneering tech projects like Krishakcopter and Sister Robots.

Supported By:
A. Data Hub Pvt. Ltd
B. Internet Exchange Nepal (NPIX)
C. Democracy Drinks
D. Lajga Handicrafts
E. Internet Governance Institute NPNOG
F. Cyber World Lions club of Kathmandu
G. Amtrix Technology
H. Chabahil Plaza
I. Idea Saving and Credit Cooperative
J. JCI Budhanilkantha

Guests:
A. Birendra Kumar Mishra
B. Kailash Budu
C. Subash Sharma
D. Manohar Kumar Bhattarai
E. Laxman Adhikari
F. Bikash Dangol
G. Anil Regmi
H. Ganesh Shah
I. Subash Dhakal
J. Bikash Dangol
K. Pitamber Bhandari
L. Prakash Sharma
M. Chandra Dev Bhatta
N. Vivek S. Rana
O. Surendra Chand Thakur
P. Bhuvan Kumar Dahal
Q. Adesh Khadka
R. Chhiring Sherpa

Nepal Internet Foundation - Board of Directors:
A. Bikram Shrestha- President
B. Binay Bohara- Director
C. Gaurab Raj Upadhaya- Director
D. Rupesh Bhakta Shrestha- Director
E. Amar Raj Bhandari- Director
F. Bhushan Ratna Bajracharya- Director
G. Lipasha Shrestha- Secretary

Supporters:
A. Roshan Pokhrel
B. Nabin Joshi
C. Nilesh Manandhar
D. Santu Lama
E. Kalpana Shrestha
F. Asmita Lamichhane
G. Sambhidhan Prasai
H. Bikash Khatri
I. Sonu Bastakoti
J. Chirag Thapa
K. Tazanna Shrestha
L. Balkishor Chaudhary

This Episodes Sponsored by:
• Data Hub Pvt.Ltd.
• Nepal Internet Exchange (NPIX)

Host: Bikram Shrestha (NIF’s president)
Guest: Bikash Gurung (President of the Robotics Association of Nepal

Support the show