DANIELLE JIANG
FinTech Leader, Entrepreneur, Risk Management Professional, Quant
Summary
Experienced FinTech leader with 13+ years in quantitative finance, AI innovation, and regulatory technology. Currently serving as Deputy Director at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), spearheading open financing initiatives and promoting responsible AI adoption for financial services. Expertise in quantitative modelling, blockchain applications, and regulatory compliance technology solutions.
Holder of dual honors degrees from National University of Singapore (Quantitative Finance & Operations Management) under and a Silicon Valley entrepreneurship certification from Draper University.
Speaker at World AI Show, Singapore FinTech Festival, Quant Con and various global conference on topics related to RegTech, Responsible AI, Sustainability and FinTech Innovation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Deputy Director
Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
02.2025 - Current
- Global Platform team to drive open finance development in Singapore and Southeast Asia, focusing on AI adoption for financial services.
- Launched PathFin.ai Programme to help financial institutions improve AI implementation through peer learning and sharing successful use cases.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to formulate long-term strategies for FinTech innovation that drives financial sector growth.
Deputy Director
Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Spearhead Project NovAI (National AI Programmes in Finance), developing AI-powered carbon emission calculation models for green buildings.
- Piloted carbon credit frameworks integrated into BCA's SLEB-SH Platform for green financing.
- Published 3 MAS media releases on NovAI, in partnership with SNDGO, Temasek and 23 Consortium members including 16 banks.
- NovAI's AI methodology has been recognised and included in China's Public Building Operation Carbon evaluation specification, approved by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment.
- Launched FINAI program, organizing 50+ AI workshops and roundtables for 500+ financial institutions.
Assistant Director
Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Designed Project Apollo (AI-driven market surveillance), achieving 98% accuracy in detecting trading anomalies.
- Pioneered Codified Regulation Initiative, translating financial rules into machine-executable code to reduce compliance costs.
- Developed Project BLONDE, a blockchain analytics tool to monitor crypto transactions and combat money laundering.
Founder & CEO
Hedga Technology Pte. Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Built an AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) platform for personalised investment strategies, yielding 15% annualised returns above benchmarks during internal live testing.
- Designed fully automated robo-advisory strategies for Smartly.sg, later acquired by VCG Partners in 2019.
Senior Quantitative Analyst
Triquestra. Ptd. Ltd - Risk Intelligence
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Developed quantitative packages for Platimus, an asset management platform with derivatives pricing, VaR/CVaR analytics, and portfolio optimisation.
- Advised global clients (Rabo Bank, ING) on credit portfolio optimisation.
Graduate Analyst
Deutsche Bank Singapore
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Technology Management Track, Business Analyst
- Designed an FX risk management system for balance sheet exposure, automating trade orders and compliance reporting.
Education
Draper University
USA06.2016
B.Sc. - Quantitative Finance
National University of Singapore
Singapore01.2011
B.B.A. - Operations & Supply Chain Management
National University of Singapore
Singapore01.2011
Skills
- Technical: Python, SQL, Blockchain Analytics
- Finance: Quantitative Modelling, Risk Management (VaR/CVaR), Derivatives Pricing, Portfolio Optimisation
- Other Skills: Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Program Management, Mentoring,Public Speaking,
Certification
FRM Certification – GARP
Interests
Scuba Diving - SSI Certified Dive Master
Timeline
Deputy Director
Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
02.2025 - Current
Deputy Director
Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
01.2019 - 01.2024
Assistant Director
Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Founder & CEO
Hedga Technology Pte. Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Quantitative Analyst
Triquestra. Ptd. Ltd - Risk Intelligence
01.2012 - 01.2015
Graduate Analyst
Deutsche Bank Singapore
01.2011 - 01.2012
Draper University
B.Sc. - Quantitative Finance
National University of Singapore
B.B.A. - Operations & Supply Chain Management
National University of Singapore