Welcome

Navigating the crossroads: Data protection and cyber defence in financial services

Sponsored by Pure Storage
Tuesday 15 October 2024
City Social, Tower 42, 25 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1HQ

In the rapidly evolving landscape of financial services, achieving operational resilience has become a delicate balancing act. As institutions progress along their resilience journeys, they face the dual challenge of modernising data protection whilst fortifying cyber defences. This complex equilibrium demands a nuanced approach, particularly in light of emerging threats such as ransomware.

This FStech roundtable event sponsored by Pure Storage will address the interplay between legacy systems and cutting-edge technologies, an area that presents both obstacles and opportunities. Financial institutions must navigate the intricacies of upgrading infrastructure without compromising security, all while addressing the looming spectre of cloud vendor lock-in. Appropriate allocation of resources between data and cyber protection initiatives is paramount, requiring strategic foresight and adaptability.

The discussion will examine strategies for upgrading data protection without compromising security, whilst addressing emerging threats such as ransomware. We'll explore how different financial institutions are navigating the tightrope between data and cyber protection, balancing investments, and tackling the thorny issue of cloud vendor lock-in. Attendees will gain valuable insights into enhancing their operational resilience in an ever-evolving threat landscape, all whilst meeting complex regulatory requirements.

Topics for discussion

• Current state and influencing factors of operational resilience in financial organisations
  
  
• Effective methods for concurrent modernisation of data protection and cyber defence systems
  
  
• Investment prioritisation and recent shifts between data and cyber protection initiatives
  
  
• Adaptability of operational resilience strategies amidst changing regulations and emerging cyber threats in finance
  
  

Timings for the evening:

18:00 – 18:30        Welcome and refreshments

18:30 – 20:00        Introduction to fellow guests and roundtable discussion

20:00 – onwards  Complimentary three-course dinner and drinks