(PRUnderground) February 11th, 2025
Agora Data, a leading fintech company specializing in delivering technology, capital, and analytics for the consumer finance sector, is proud to be a key supporter of the 2025 Quaint Quant Conference, taking place Friday, April 18, at The University of Texas at Dallas. Now in its second year, this unique conference brings professionals and students in quantitative practices who apply mathematical, statistical, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computational techniques to analyze financial markets, manage risk, and develop data-driven strategies.
“What began two years ago as a simple coffee meetup for quants to exchange ideas has evolved into a full-scale conference,” said Dimitri Bianco, Head of Quant Research and Risk at Agora Data. “Agora played a pivotal role in transforming this gathering into the Quaint Quant Conference in 2024, and for 2025, I’m excited to have both Agora and The University of Texas at Dallas as sponsors. Our goal is to keep the conference truly ‘quaint’—a welcoming space to collaborate, share insights, and drive meaningful discussions.”
“We are excited to host this year’s Quaint Quant Conference at The University of Texas at Dallas and showcase the growing impact of AI & technology on financial industry,” said Dr. Liping Ma, Clinical Professor and director of the Finance Lab at Naveen Jindal School of Management. “This unique event provides an incredible opportunity for students and professionals to engage with top experts, gain valuable insights, and explore emerging trends.”
“Agora is proud to support the broader quant community,” said Matt Burke, President and Chief Operating Officer at Agora Data, Inc. “This conference highlights the importance of cross-industry collaboration, providing buy-side, sell-side, and academic professionals with a space to connect, exchange ideas, and drive innovation in quantitative practices. We are excited to contribute to a conference that fosters meaningful discussions and strengthens the quant community.”
The 2025 Quaint Quant Conference will be held at UTD in the Naveen Jindal School of Management/Davidson Auditorium on Friday, April 18. Details about the event, including registration, can be found at www.quaintquantconference.com.
About Quaint Quant Conference
The Quaint Quant Conference is a premier event that encourages collaboration and innovation in quantitative techniques and strategies. Now in its second year, championed by Agora Data, the conference brings professionals and students who apply mathematical, statistical, and computational techniques to analyze financial markets, manage risk, and develop data-driven insights. With a strong commitment to advancing the quant community, the event bridges academia and industry, providing a platform for meaningful discussions, expert insights, and emerging trends in quantitative practices.
About the University of Texas at Dallas/Naveen Jindal School of Management
The Naveen Jindal School of Management at the University of Texas at Dallas is the largest of UT Dallas’ seven schools. It has become a national and international leader in research and education since its entrepreneurial beginning in 1975. The school offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs, emphasizing innovation, leadership, and rigorous academic training. With a commitment to advancing management knowledge and practice, the Jindal School fosters collaboration between academia and industry to prepare students for impactful careers in the global business environment.
About Agora Data, Inc.
Agora Data, Inc. is a leading consumer fintech company revolutionizing financing for the subprime and non-prime market. Loan originators can secure capital, obtain actionable loan performance data to improve their portfolios, and use a wide range of solutions to grow their business safely. Powered by patent pending artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technology, loan originators can access real-time data analytics and planning resources to help improve the performance of their portfolios. Agora Data, with deep roots in automotive, made history by closing the first-ever asset pooled non-prime auto securitization in 2020 and continues to bring groundbreaking financing solutions to an underserved market. For more information, visit www.agoradata.com or contact us at 1-877-592-4672.
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