FStech has unveiled an impressive roster of industry leaders for its upcoming Cybersecurity Live 2024 conference, set to take place on 6 November at the Hilton London Tower Bridge.

The event will feature prominent figures from major financial institutions, technology firms, and academic institutions, bringing together diverse expertise in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Leading the speaker lineup as keynote speaker Sandip Wadje, Head of Emerging Tech Risks at BNP Paribas, who brings over two decades of experience in cyber security and operational risk management.

The conference will also welcome Marco Maiurano, Chief Information Security Officer at First Citizens Bank, and Lorenzo Grillo, Managing Director of Cyber Risk Services for Europe & Middle East at Alvarez & Marsal.

The event promises to be particularly relevant as financial institutions face unprecedented challenges in the digital sphere. Attendees will benefit from a comprehensive programme of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, focusing on critical issues such as ransomware defence, AI-powered threats, and emerging financial crime techniques.

"In today's rapidly evolving threat landscape, bringing together the industry's brightest minds has never been more crucial," says Jonathan Easton, Editor of FStech and conference chairman. "This year's speaker lineup reflects the breadth and depth of expertise needed to address the complex cybersecurity challenges facing financial services today. From emerging technologies to regulatory compliance, we're covering the topics that matter most to our delegates."

Other notable speakers include:
– Adam Avards, Principal for Cyber and Third Party Risk at UK Finance
– Deepak Bhandari, Information Security Manager at Oaknorth
– Richard Breavington, Partner and Head of Cyber & Tech Insurance at RPC
– Dr Jason R.C. Nurse, Associate Professor in Cyber Security at the University of Kent
– Sarah Pearce, Partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth (UK) LLP

Delegates will also have an opportunity to get a glimpse of the latest developments in Cybersecurity technologies from conference sponsors Bottomline, Metomic and Threatlocker.

The one-day conference will provide an unparalleled opportunity for financial services professionals to gain practical insights into strengthening their cybersecurity posture, understanding emerging threats, and implementing effective defence strategies.

With more speakers yet to be announced, Cybersecurity Live 2024 is shaping up to be an essential event for anyone responsible for protecting financial institutions against cyber threats.

For more information and registration details, please visit the Cybersecurity Live website.

Additional speakers will be announced in the coming weeks, and FStech will also be delving into the agenda between now and 6 November.

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