Broad experience in many aspects of technology development and pilot project planning, intellectual properties exploitation and team management. Co-invented 252 patents. Direct experience in the development of Audio, Visual and Communication technology for smart products and systems for safe and secure living and work space. Lead teams in applying AI in Systems and Products for automotive, building and manufacturing sectors.

Specialties: Network & Sensing Technology Development & Management
IoT Systems incubations for Smart Buildings
AI for Product and System for automotive and factory sectors
Create Patent Portfolio and Strategy for New Business

I am passionate about research and development with 12+ years of academic and industrial experience in signal processing applied to wireless systems (including e.g., MIMO-OFDMA, cloud-RAN, millimeter-wave, GNSS). I currently work as a 3GPP RAN WG1 delegate from Continental Automotive and on research projects in collaboration with universities. I have incidentally worked on signal processing algorithms and firmware development for touch/stylus sensors as well.

My fundamental technical skills are in wireless communication, signal processing, optimization theory and algorithms, statistics, and machine learning.

Some of my achievements:
1. Patent award as individual with highest number of patents filed from Continental Automotive Singapore in 2022.

2. Developed novel signal processing algorithms and architectures for GNSS receivers at Huawei HiSilicon, potentially used in millions of mobile devices around the world. Also earned the "Future Star" award for 2018 and several "Timely Incentive" and "Early incentive" awards in 2018 and 2019.

3. A total of ten publications in top journals and conferences in communications based on my Masters and Ph.D. research work. I was also selected as an "Exemplary Reviewer" for IEEE Wireless Communication Letters in 2017.

4. Developed key signal processing algorithms and implemented them in firmware for touch/stylus sensors at STMicroelectronics, also currently used in millions of devices worldwide.

Jake Saunders, Vice President, Asia-Pacific & Advisory Services, heads ABI Research’s Asia-Pacific research division. Jake brings highly developed analytical skills to the company, combined with years of expertise in the technology market research business and a proven track record of operations management. He devotes particular attention to the Asia-Pacific market in relation to its mobile operator strategic positioning, infrastructure vendors, mobile device vendors, and chipset manufacturers.

Sarzil Sarwar is CIO & Head of Information Digital Technology at BAT. He joined BAT Bangladesh as Head of Digital Business Solutions in January 2020. He is experienced and multifaceted Digital Executive with expertise across Telecom and CPG sectors of USA, Middle East, Africa, and Asia. His track record includes developing cross-border ICT and digital organizations through leadership, process, and technology excellence.
Prior to joining BAT Bangladesh, he was the Group Head of Technology Programme and Performance Management at Axiata Group Berhad.
Mr. Sarwar holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Texas and has completed several leadership programs with INSEAD & IMD Business School.

Victor Xu is a Research Analyst and part of the Custom Consulting team at ABI Research. In his role, Victor contributes to a diverse range of research projects, exploring technological domains such as the Internet of Things (IoT), mobile network infrastructure, 5G technologies, wireless networks, satellite communications (SatCom), and key technological developments across the Southeast Asian region.

What drives me is the opportunity to explore and contribute to the cutting-edge fields of IoT, satellite communications, mobile network infrastructure, and 5G technologies. These areas are not just technology trends; they are revolutionizing how we connect, communicate, and interact with the world around us. I enjoy my job because it allows me to be at the forefront of technological evolution, offering a unique blend of challenges and learning opportunities.

Subha Dutta is General Manager for Strategy and Consultancy at Shell with focus on supporting Shell Executive Committee to create winning strategies in Powering Progress and Leading the Energy Transition. He has well – funded knowledge in supply chain logistics in the Asia Pacific region.