Cyber Security in Financial Services Summit 2025

Now in its 8th year, the renowned, Cyber Security in Financial Services Summit continues to be the go-to event in the BFSI sector and enables attendees to form many new meaningful business relations.

27

November

  • The Minster Building London
  • Free

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Sonia Luthra​

Managing Director, UK Data Protection Officer & Head of Data Protection, Société Générale

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Ioan Nascu​

GenAI Security Assurance, VP, Citi

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Federico Iaschi​

Information Security Director, Starling Bank

Federico Iaschi is a multilingual Information Security Director at Starling Bank, with over 20 years of experience in both the private and public sectors. He specialises in cyber security resilience and observability, focusing on building robust practices to proactively identify and mitigate risks across diverse systems. As a recognised speaker and author, Federico holds various certifications, including CISSP, CISM, and CCISO, highlighting his deep expertise in information security and risk management. His strategic insights are essential for navigating the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and resilience in the financial services sector.

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Luke Vile​

Cyber Technical Specialist, Technology, Resilience and Cyber, Specialist Supervision, FCA

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    AmberWolf is a high-calibre cyber security consultancy for organisations that cannot afford to overlook real risks.

    Our team has deep expertise in offensive security and assurance. We deliver advanced red teaming, penetration testing, product assessments, risk consultancy and remediation support to some of the most demanding and targeted organisations worldwide. We are trusted by central banks, global banks, insurers, asset managers and others to uncover weaknesses before adversaries exploit them.
    AmberWolf is accredited to deliver CBEST, operated by the Bank of England through CREST, which also accredit our Penetration Testing and Attack Simulation services, including STAR-FS, designed specifically for the financial sector.

    When you need evidence rather than reassurance, we battle-test your security posture, translate findings into clear outcomes for both technologists and executives, and help reduce risk where it matters most. We operate with independence and integrity, ensuring our advice is objective, trusted and aligned with our clients’ best interests.

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    Abnormal AI provides the leading AI-native human behaviour security platform, leveraging machine learning to stop email attacks that evade traditional solutions. Its anomaly detection engine understands identity and context to block socially engineered threats such as business email compromise, credential phishing, and account takeovers helping organisations reduce risk and respond faster with proven efficacy.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://abnormal.ai/

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    BlueFort is the UK’s only Full-Service Security Integrator, specialising in identity and access management and advanced cloud security. Its expertise spans OT security, data protection, threat detection and response, compliance, and the safe adoption of AI. By combining deep knowledge with a curated suite of technologies, BlueFort enables CISOs and security teams to consolidate, optimise, and transform their environments delivering stronger protection, operational efficiency, and resilience in a cloud-driven world.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.bluefort.com/

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    Bridge the secure software gap with the only continuously secure software foundation that enables your developers to start secure and stay secure. Eliminate risk and drive business growth with secure-by-default container images that prioritize speed for continuous monitoring and patching of vulnerabilities. Meet compliance requirements for vulnerability remediation faster and unlock business growth. Empower your developers to be developers, with software that delivers foundational security without compromising on flexibility.

    At Chainguard, we understand the world already runs on open source. We make it run securely.

    Chainguard. The Safe Source for Open Source.

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    Wales is a thriving hub for Financial Services and Cyber Security organisations. As one of Europe’s leading cyber ecosystems, South East Wales is home to global players like Airbus, Thales, PwC, and CGI, alongside agile SMEs and world-class academic institutions.
    This strong cyber foundation complements a vibrant Financial Services and FinTech sector, with major names such as Starling Bank, Monzo, Admiral, Confused.com, Go.Compare, and Legal & General operating here. The result is a collaborative, innovation-driven environment ideal for FinTech and Financial Services companies seeking secure digital growth. The close synergy between cyber and finance sectors provides direct access to expertise and skilled talent, making Wales a strategic location for scaling in a tech-driven economy. The Welsh Government’s Trade and Inward Investment Team offers tailored support for businesses looking to expand in Wales, connecting you with key decision-makers and providing support to help make your investment in Wales a success.

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    Edgescan is a cloud-based cybersecurity platform offering continuous vulnerability management and penetration testing as a service (PTaaS). It unifies five key solutions: External Attack Surface Management (EASM), Risk-Based Vulnerability Management (RBVM), Application Security Testing (AST), API Security Testing, and PTaaS. By combining automation with human validation, Edgescan eliminates false positives, delivering actionable, risk-prioritized intelligence. Its proprietary Edgescan Validated Security Score (EVSS), alongside EPSS, CISA KEV, and CVSS, helps organizations focus on critical threats. The platform provides full-stack visibility, identifying assets, rogue APIs, and shadow IT across networks, web applications, and mobile environments. Designed for scalability, it integrates with tools like AWS and Jira, reducing tool sprawl and operational costs by up to 60%. Serving diverse industries globally, Edgescan enhances security posture through comprehensive reporting, on-demand retesting, and AI-driven insights, ensuring robust protection against evolving threats.

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    eSentire is The Authority in Managed Detection and Response Services, protecting the critical data and applications of 2000+ organisations in 80+ countries from known and unknown cyber threats. Founded in 2001, the company’s mission is to hunt, investigate and stop cyber threats before they become business disrupting events.

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    Invicti Security leads in modern application security with best-in-class DAST at the core of a platform built for risk posture management. Proof-Based Scanning™ delivers 99.98% accuracy by validating real, exploitable vulnerabilities—cutting false positives and streamlining remediation. AI innovations and engine upgrades make the world’s best DAST even better, helping teams uncover more critical issues across web apps and APIs—faster and with less noise.

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    Nethermind is a leading research and engineering firm specializing in privacy, zero-knowledge (zk) technology, and security. We support financial institutions in addressing critical priorities such as regulatory compliance, data protection, identity, and risk management – areas where trust and confidentiality are essential.

    Our expertise lies in applying advanced cryptography to real-world challenges. By harnessing zk proofs, privacy-preserving computation, and verifiable execution, we enable institutions to validate and share information securely, without exposing sensitive data. These capabilities are increasingly fundamental for meeting evolving regulatory requirements, strengthening identity frameworks, and enabling collaboration across jurisdictions and counterparties.

    Nethermind brings together cutting-edge research with production-grade engineering, ensuring that solutions are not only theoretically sound but also operationally robust. Our mission is to build the secure cryptographic foundations on which the future of financial services will operate – where compliance, privacy, and innovation can advance together with confidence.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.nethermind.io/

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    NormCyber is a multi-award-winning security operations specialist giving organisations clarity and control in an era of relentless cyber risk. Where traditional models rely on tool sprawl and overstretched teams, Norm delivers a hybrid approach: deep expertise, advanced tooling, and 24/7 monitoring and response that integrate seamlessly with in-house governance. The result is resilience that withstands threats, accelerates response, and embeds compliance at the core – turning security from a cost burden into a source of competitive strength.

    What sets Norm apart is the experience we deliver: a world-leading NPS of 80+, long-standing customer relationships, and a reputation for making security straightforward and human. Trusted by financial services, banking, and insurance leaders, as well as enterprises in logistics, supply chain and retail, we provide measurable outcomes that protect business value, reduce complexity, and free capital for growth.

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    ProcessUnity is the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) company. Our software platforms and data services protect customers from cybersecurity threats, breaches, and outages that originate from their ever-growing ecosystem of business partners. By combining the world’s largest third-party risk data exchange, the leading TPRM workflow platform, and powerful artificial intelligence, ProcessUnity extends third-party risk, procurement, and cybersecurity teams so they can cover their entire vendor portfolio. With ProcessUnity, organizations of all sizes reduce assessment work while improving quality, securing intellectual property and customer data so business operations continue to operate uninterrupted.

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    Risk Ledger is the cutting-edge platform for third-party risk management, transforming how organisations secure their supply chains. By empowering security and procurement teams with real-time insights, Risk Ledger ensures complete visibility and control over third-party risks.

    Our Defend-as-One approach fosters collaboration, reduces compliance burdens, and strengthens your cyber defences with evidence-based, up-to-date risk assessments. With Risk Ledger, every link in your supply chain is fortified, ensuring your organisation is protected against emerging threats in the supply chain. Together, we are building a more secure future because every link matters in cybersecurity.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://riskledger.com/

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    Socura reduces cyber risk by proactively detecting and responding to threats, 24/7. Our Managed Detection and Response service forms an extension of an organisation’s security team – bolstering resilience and easing the complexity of security operations with experienced SOC experts, best-in-class controls and curated threat intelligence.

    Recognised as one of the top 250 managed security service providers globally, Socura is a trusted partner of public and private sector organisations. This includes leading firms across the financial services sector and the national SOC of Wales.

    Security teams love that we work with them shoulder-to-shoulder, are always ready to respond in critical moments, and provide additional expertise to achieve a proactive approach. They also appreciate that we don’t blindly pass on alerts; we contain and disrupt them and resolve 96% of incidents without customer escalation.

    Headquartered in Cardiff, Socura is CREST-accredited for Security Operations. Our UK-based team is also SC cleared.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://socura.co.uk/

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    In cyber security, you can’t fix what you can’t see. The very nature of Active Directory, Entra ID and Azure create invisible attack paths that risk escalations to nearly everything in your stack. Guided visibility of your identity attack paths and directory hygiene are critical.

    BloodHound Enterprise is the go-to platform for Attack Path Management, empowering identity and security teams with continuous prioritisation, remediation guidance and verification and reporting metrics that let you see improvement over time in reducing identity attack paths. Beloved by hundreds of global corporations and government departments, BloodHound Enterprise dramatically reduces the risk of lateral movement and privilege escalation in Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID, and hybrid Azure environments. BloodHound Enterprise is made by SpecterOps, is designated FedRAMP High by the U.S. FedRAMP program, and complies with SOC 2 Types 1 & 2 and ISO 27001 & 27017.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://specterops.io/bloodhound-overview/

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    Tenable® is the exposure management company, exposing and closing the cybersecurity gaps that erode business value, reputation and trust. The company’s AI-powered exposure management platform radically unifies security visibility, insight and action across the attack surface, equipping modern organizations to protect against attacks from IT infrastructure to cloud environments to critical infrastructure and everywhere in between. By protecting enterprises from security exposure, Tenable reduces business risk for more than 44,000 customers around the globe.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.tenable.com/

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    Simplifying technology, amplifying success

    Formed in 2000, Wavenet is the UK’s most trusted managed service and security provider.

    Through its broad portfolio in cyber security, connectivity, cloud and communications, blended with the power of AI and automation, Wavenet’s award-winning solutions help customers drive digital transformation.

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      Why attend?

      Celebrating its eighth year, the Cyber Security in Financial Services Summit is the must-attend event for senior executives from the financial services industry.

      The summit will deep-dive into the current state of cyber security in Financial Services and what to expect for 2025 and beyond. Cyber Security is playing an increasingly strategic role for financial firms, with cyber security teams now firmly focused on business risks and impacts. Generative AI, and its potential for harm, as well as for good, remains a key concern across the industry as the range and sophistication in the use of this technology by cyber criminals, including deepfakes and ‘misinformation-as a service’ become more commonplace. Meanwhile, the ability of financial service firms to manage cyber risk and respond effectively to a cyber incident should it occur – with effective risk measurement and disclosure – is increasingly coming under the scrutiny of regulators, rating agencies and investors.

      Cyber leaders and experts will discuss how AI is rewriting the cyber security playbook, and the strategies cyber teams are using to tackle the rising tide of deepfakes and emerging cyber threats. Join us in-person as we explore the next frontiers in cyber governance and how measuring, disclosing and managing cyber risk can add business value.

      Audience includes:

      • Retail & Commercial Banks
      • Digital Banks
      • Insurance Companies
      • Building Societies & Credit Unions
      • Investment Banks
      • Savings and Loan (S&L) Associations
      • Mortgage & Pension Fund Companies
      • Brokerage Firms

       

      Delegates

      • This is an opportunity to network with like-minded peers who share your challenges
      • Stay ahead with the cutting-edge presentations and Q&A sessions
      • Find innovative services, solutions and insight
      • Have your questions answered – exclusive presentations and Q&A sessions
      • Share ideas and best practices within the industry

       

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      • This is an opportunity to network with potential clients and partners
      • Get face-to-face time with your target audience Promote your brand as an innovator and thought leader
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      Highlights of the 2024 Cyber Security event

      Agenda

      • 27 Nov 2025
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      8 AM

      Networking and registration

      8:55 AM

      Chair’s opening remarks

      Speakers

      Jon Bernstein
      Freelance Writer, Moderator and Digital Media Consultant

      9 AM

      Regulatory expectations in a digitally-driven threat landscape – FCA’s perspective on cyber resilience

       

       

      Speakers

      Luke Vile
      Cyber Technical Specialist, Technology, Resilience and Cyber, Specialist Supervision, FCA

      9:20 AM

      Thought Market Leadership Presentation

      9:45 AM

      PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s keeping CISOs awake in 2025?

      Speakers

      Jon Bernstein
      Freelance Writer, Moderator and Digital Media Consultant
      Adrian Warman
      Former Head of Security Operations at Ministry of Justice UK, Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, Bournemouth University
      Jamie Brummell
      CTO
      Darren Swift
      Security Sales Engineer FSI, Google Cloud
      Guillaume Ehny
      CISO, Kroo Bank

      10:15 AM

      DRAGONS DEN

      A panel of the industry’s most sought-after solution providers. Set the scene with a 60 second introduction and insight into their products and services. Visit the booths in the exhibition hall for more details and services! 

      10:30 AM

      Networking coffee break

      10:55 AM

      Quickfire Panel: Cloud Security – Managing risk in a shared responsibility model

      • What are the responsibilities from a cloud provider vs financial institution?
      • Mitigating risks during digital transformation and cloud migration
      • Monitoring and securing cloud-native applications

      Speakers

      Jon Bernstein
      Freelance Writer, Moderator and Digital Media Consultant
      Dr Fene Osakwe
      Cybersecurity Professor and Forbes Technology Council Member

      11:20 AM

      The Confidence Illusion: Rethinking How We Assess Technical Risk

      The financial services market has driven major security improvements through frameworks such as CBEST and TIBER, with its behaviour helping raise standards across other sectors. But does confidence still outpace reality? This session explores the blind spots that remain, including fragile supply chains, hidden attack paths, and vendor risks, while challenging what resilience and true assurance mean in complex, real-world environments

      Speakers

      Julian Storr
      Co-Founder, AmberWolf

      11:45 AM

      AI Security: Between Science Fiction and Reality

      • Understanding how to frame AI security – novel challenges, similarities, and differences with traditional cybersecurity
      • Practical insights for designing safer, more trustworthy AI systems

      Speakers

      Ioan Nascu
      GenAI Security Assurance, VP, Citi

      12:05 PM

      Thought market leadership – Risk Ledger

      12:25 PM

      Out of Industry Keynote – The intersection of Cybercrime, Fraud, and Corruption in Financial Services

      12:45 PM

      The Future of Digital Risk Protection in Financial Services

      As financial services firms continue to digitise, their exposure now stretches far beyond the traditional perimeter. From the dark web to domain impersonation and unpatched vulnerabilities, risks can emerge anywhere your brand or data appear online.

      This session explores how organisations can harness diverse intelligence sources – including the dark web – to uncover hidden risks and strengthen their digital resilience. Through real-world examples, we’ll show how Digital Risk Protection (DRP) turns threat data into clear, actionable insight that helps financial institutions stay ahead of attackers

      Speakers

      Paul Wilford
      Solutions Consultant, NormCyber

      1:05 PM

      Lunch

      2 PM

      TECH SPOTLIGHTS

      Presentation 1: How to Sweep Vulnerabilities under the Rug - How to Properly manage vulnerabilities and effectively prioritize remediation

      Keith Geraghty, Director of Solutions Engineering, Edgescan

       

      Presentation 2: Beyond the perimeter: Proactive threat hunting for finance leaders

      Ryad Jawaheer, Senior Solutions Architect, eSentire

      Speakers

      Ryad Jawaheer
      Senior Solutions Architect, eSentire
      Keith Geraghty
      Director of Solutions Engineering, Edgescan

      2:20 PM

      Industry Overview by GlobalData

       

       

       

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      David Bicknell
      Principal Analyst, Thematic Research, GlobalData

      2:40 PM

      THOUGHT MARKET LEADERSHIP PRESENTATION by Chainguard

      3:05 PM

      Securing the Ledger – how are financial institutions protecting digital assets in a decentralised world

      • How can we build cyber defences around crypto offerings
      • What are the technologies, controls, and governance structures being used?

      Speakers

      Federico Iaschi
      Information Security Director, Starling Bank

      3:25 PM

      THOUGHT MARKET LEADERSHIP PRESENTATION by SpecterOps

      TOPIC TBC

      3:45 PM

      Networking coffee break

      4:05 PM

      PANEL DISCUSSION: Navigating the regulatory maze – global compliance for cybersecurity leaders

      • Overview of key cybersecurity regulations
      • Managing compliance across jurisdictions
      • How to be prepared for evolving data privacy standards?

       

      Speakers

      Jon Bernstein
      Freelance Writer, Moderator and Digital Media Consultant
      Sonia Luthra
      Managing Director, UK Data Protection Officer & Head of Data Protection, Société Générale

      4:35 PM

      THOUGHT MARKET LEADERSHIP PRESENTATION by Wavenet

      Topic TBC

      4:50 PM

      Interview: Ai Governance and Oversight

      Invited: Fox Ahmed, Global Head Cyber Security and Technology Regulatory Risk, BNP Paribas

      5:10 PM

      Chair’s closing remarks followed by networking drinks

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      Jon Bernstein
      Freelance Writer, Moderator and Digital Media Consultant

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      Ryad Jawaheer
      Senior Solutions Architect, eSentire

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      TECH SPOTLIGHTS

      2025-11-27, 2:00 PM

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      Sonia Luthra
      Managing Director, UK Data Protection Officer & Head of Data Protection, Société Générale

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      PANEL DISCUSSION: Navigating the regulatory maze – global compliance for cybersecurity leaders

      2025-11-27, 4:05 PM

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      Ioan Nascu
      GenAI Security Assurance, VP, Citi

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      AI Security: Between Science Fiction and Reality

      2025-11-27, 11:45 AM

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      Adrian Warman
      Former Head of Security Operations at Ministry of Justice UK, Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, Bournemouth University

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      PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s keeping CISOs awake in 2025?

      2025-11-27, 9:45 AM

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      Federico Iaschi
      Information Security Director, Starling Bank

      Federico Iaschi is a multilingual Information Security Director at Starling Bank, with over 20 years of experience in both the private and public sectors. He specialises in cyber security resilience and observability, focusing on building robust practices to proactively identify and mitigate risks across diverse systems. As a recognised speaker and author, Federico holds various certifications, including CISSP, CISM, and CCISO, highlighting his deep expertise in information security and risk management. His strategic insights are essential for navigating the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and resilience in the financial services sector.

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      Securing the Ledger – how are financial institutions protecting digital assets in a decentralised world

      2025-11-27, 3:05 PM

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      Guillaume Ehny
      CISO, Kroo Bank

      Guillaume has a decade of experience in securing Fintech organisations such as Cashflows, GoHenry and Kroo Bank. He currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer, leading the security strategy to safeguard customers data and support the bank achieving its growth objectives in a heavily regulated and competitive sector

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      PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s keeping CISOs awake in 2025?

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      Darren Swift
      Security Sales Engineer FSI, Google Cloud

      Darren Swift is a Senior Customer Engineer at Google Cloud Security, based in Manchester, United Kingdom. With a 17-year career as a highly technical pre-sales professional, he has a proven track record of establishing and growing the UKI presence for emerging technologies at companies including Google, Rubrik, Zerto, EMC, and Autodesk.

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      PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s keeping CISOs awake in 2025?

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      Jamie Brummell
      CTO

      Jamie is a cyber security professional with more than two decades of experience in the sector. As CTO and Co-founder at Socura, he oversees the technology architecture of Socura’s Managed Detection and Response service. He works closely with security teams across industries to continuously enhance security operations and achieve outcomes at scale.

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      PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s keeping CISOs awake in 2025?

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      Keith Geraghty
      Director of Solutions Engineering, Edgescan

      As Senior Solutions Director at Edgescan, Keith plays a key role throughout the entire customer journey—from leading the technical side of business development to ensuring measurable value is delivered long after implementation. With over a decade of experience in technical security roles, including penetration testing, Keith now focuses on helping clients solve complex security challenges and maximizing the impact of the Edgescan platform.

      When he’s not identifying and helping to mitigate vulnerabilities in systems, you’ll find him on the mats, trading exploits for takedowns with his sparring partners.

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      TECH SPOTLIGHTS

      2025-11-27, 2:00 PM

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      Luke Vile
      Cyber Technical Specialist, Technology, Resilience and Cyber, Specialist Supervision, FCA

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      Regulatory expectations in a digitally-driven threat landscape – FCA’s perspective on cyber resilience

      2025-11-27, 9:00 AM

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      Dr Fene Osakwe
      Cybersecurity Professor and Forbes Technology Council Member

      With a formidable career spanning over a decade, Professor Fene Osakwe stands as a luminary in cybersecurity. His dedication and expertise have propelled him to the forefront of multinational enterprises, where he has consistently delivered exceptional results across the Financial Services, Telecommunications, and FMCG sectors. His journey is marked by a transformative impact on organizations and a deep commitment to nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

      Professor Osakwe’s global experience is reflected in his work with leading multinational corporations. Notably, he served for five years as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of the largest telecommunications infrastructure provider in the Middle East and Africa, where he led strategic initiatives to safeguard critical infrastructure across complex geopolitical environments. His ability to navigate diverse security challenges underscores his versatility and depth of expertise.

      An acclaimed international keynote speaker, Professor Osakwe has graced the stages of some of the world’s most prestigious cybersecurity conferences. His thought-provoking presentations have captivated audiences in Dubai, Lagos, Brussels, Amsterdam, Alabama, London, and numerous other cities. His ability to distill complex cybersecurity concepts into engaging and accessible narratives has earned him accolades and recognition as a thought leader in the field.

      Beyond his professional accomplishments, Professor Osakwe is deeply committed to academia and mentorship. He has mentored Master’s and Doctoral students at the University of Westminster, Aberdeen, and Toronto Metropolitan University, empowering countless students to excel in their academic and professional pursuits. His dedication to education is further exemplified by his role as the Youngest Professor of Practice in Cybersecurity in Nigeria, where he continues to shape the future of the discipline.

      Professor Osakwe’s contributions to the field have been widely recognized. He made history as the first African to win the prestigious Cyber Personality of the Year award in the United Kingdom, a milestone that earned him special recognition from the President of Nigeria in 2025. Additionally, as the inaugural Chairman of the Cyber Advisory Board for Lagos State, the second-largest economy in Africa, he has played a pivotal role in shaping cybersecurity policies and initiatives.

      In addition to his professional and academic pursuits, Professor Osakwe is a passionate advocate for social responsibility. He runs a Foundation that provides scholarships and feeding initiatives for families in need, making a significant impact on the lives of many and ensuring that children have access to education and nourishment. His philanthropic efforts reflect his belief in the power of giving back and his dedication to creating a better future for all.

      Professor Fene Osakwe’s remarkable career is a testament to his expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence. His contributions to cybersecurity, education, and social responsibility have left an indelible mark on the field and continue to inspire others. As a visionary leader and a compassionate mentor, Professor Osakwe embodies the values of innovation, integrity, and service.

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      Quickfire Panel: Cloud Security – Managing risk in a shared responsibility model

      2025-11-27, 10:55 AM

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      Julian Storr
      Co-Founder, AmberWolf

      Julian Storr is a Director and co-founder at AmberWolf, a specialist security consultancy helping organisations understand and manage real-world technical risk. With over a decade of experience in offensive and assurance roles, Julian was one of the first to hold dual CREST CCSAS and CCSAM certifications, enabling him to lead and deliver more than 18 regulatory red-team engagements under frameworks such as CBEST, TIBER, and ICAST for major financial and telecoms firms. Today, Julian focuses on helping clients bridge the gap between testing, detection, and true resilience.

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      The Confidence Illusion: Rethinking How We Assess Technical Risk

      2025-11-27, 11:20 AM

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      Paul Wilford
      Solutions Consultant, NormCyber

      Paul Wilford has 25 years of experience in the IT industry, 10 of which have been in cyber security; in a mixture of detection & response and security posture analysis roles. He is now a Solutions Consultant for NormCyber - an award-winning provider of security operations.

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      The Future of Digital Risk Protection in Financial Services

      2025-11-27, 12:45 PM

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      David Bicknell
      Principal Analyst, Thematic Research, GlobalData

      David Bicknell has over 30 years’ experience in writing about and analysing the technology sector, both from the vendor and the user perspective, both in the UK and the US. His career in technology journalism and analysis has included detailed research into IT projects and he has co-authored a book, ‘Crash’, which explored why and how IT projects go wrong. He has also co-authored a novel on the life of computer pioneer Charles Babbage. Prior to joining Thematic Research, David spent six years editing a GlobalData title exploring the use of technology in the UK public sector. He is currently also studying part-time for an Undergraduate Certificate in the History of Art at the University of Oxford.

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      Industry Overview by GlobalData

      2025-11-27, 2:20 PM

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      Jon Bernstein
      Freelance Writer, Moderator and Digital Media Consultant

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      Chair’s opening remarks

      2025-11-27, 8:55 AM

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      PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s keeping CISOs awake in 2025?

      2025-11-27, 9:45 AM

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      Quickfire Panel: Cloud Security – Managing risk in a shared responsibility model

      2025-11-27, 10:55 AM

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      PANEL DISCUSSION: Navigating the regulatory maze – global compliance for cybersecurity leaders

      2025-11-27, 4:05 PM

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