CWO Dinner • UK • Security
Reduce costs, risks and effort with AI-powered BFSI security
Network with an exclusive group of BFSI leaders over fine wine, Michelin-starred dining, and cutting-edge strategies for protecting your API estates
1 place remaining
When
Wednesday 26th March
18:30 – 21:30 GMT
Where
HIDE,
London
Who
IT and security leaders
at BFSI organisations
Hosted by
Business insights
You’re invited to an highly exclusive evening of security insights at the Michelin-starred HIDE, London, courtesy of Chief Wine Officer & Akamai. Over the finest dining in the city, you’ll meet with your fellow BFSI experts including Richard Meeus, EMEA Director of Security Technology and Strategy at Akamai. Together, you’ll hear some of the boldest new strategies for achieving proactive, AI-enhanced protection for your organisation. Meanwhile, you’ll also enjoy a guided wine tasting from the incomparable Sam Caporn, certified Master of Wine. Can we book you a seat at the table?
The average cost of an API security incident in 2024 was a staggering £420k per breach—a steep rise in cost from the previous year. But through centralised API security solutions, forward-thinking organisations are reducing risk while remaining compliant. With this end-to-end approach, world-leading BFSIs including Liberty Mutual and LINE have successfully harnessed AI and machine learning to create a barrier of proactive protection that is faster, cheaper, and safer than ever before. At this unique event, you’ll learn how you can do the same.
Key discussion points
- How organisations as complex as Nuovant Health and Rapyd Payments secured their API estates
- How to utilise advanced AI and ML to create a proactive security barrier for your BFSI
- Enforce policy and regulations through strategic automations, centralised logging and reporting
This exclusive networking experience is open to just 12 IT and security leaders at BFSI organisations organisations in Greater London. Invite a relevant senior colleague by contacting the Event Director—but places are filling fast, so secure yours now.
What to expect
Business insights
Engage around topical subject matters contextualised by short, sharp thought leadership speeches. You’ll gain relevant business insights and real-world examples of how to put these into practice.
Industry networking
You’ll meet subject matter experts, industry leaders, and some of the best minds in your field. This is a chance to make valuable connections with your peers around your sector’s most pressing topics.
Wine and dine
Enjoy an expert-led wine tasting and fine dining experience at five-star restaurants and hotels around the world. You’ll also take part in some light competition to crown a new Chief Wine Officer. Soft drink options are also available for those who prefer an alcohol-free experience.
Guest pledge
Come prepared to contribute to discussions, think about anything specific you might like to learn, and please let us know if you won’t be able to make it on the night. We’ll take care of the rest, including introducing you to the event sponsor. So you can just enjoy the experience and tasting.
Who's attending
A few confirmed attendees: HSBC, Allica Bank, Morgan Stanley and Oaknorth Bank.
Speakers and hosts
Richard Meeus
EMEA Director of Security Technology and Strategy, Akamai Technologies
Sam Caporn MW
Master of Wine
Darcie Thompson-Fields
Client Services Director, Chief Wine Officer
Your venue
One Michelin Star
Award-winning Hedonism Wines on site
Exceptional seasonal menu
HIDE in the heart central London is a simply sophisticated Michelin-starred restaurant serving exceptional dishes from seasonal British produce.
Brought to life over three floors by Hedonism Wines, HIDE is exceptionally lit and overlooks the famous Green Park. Private dining in the Hide & Seek room on the first floor is a sophisticated oasis adorned with soft earthen tones and an exceptional view.
Guests will receive up to £25 towards an Uber voucher, to help with travel to and from this event.
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Hosted by
Akamai, a global leader in cybersecurity and cloud services, has strengthened its API security portfolio through the acquisition of Noname Security. This strategic integration enables Akamai to deliver API protection, addressing vulnerabilities, mitigating threats, and ensuring compliance. The platform’s advanced capabilities, including API discovery, posture management, runtime protection, and security testing, seamlessly complement Akamai’s comprehensive security portfolio. Alongside its other leading security solutions, such as web application firewalls, DDoS protection, and zero trust security, Akamai provides customers with unparalleled visibility and control over their API ecosystem. This unified solution fortifies digital experiences, safeguarding data and applications against evolving cyber threats, underscoring Akamai’s commitment to innovation and excellence in cybersecurity.
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What to expect from
CWO Dinner?
Exclusive insights. New connections. Premium wines.This is the CWO experience.
Held at some of the finest restaurants and hotels around the world, CWO Dinner events offer an unforgettable networking experience. Hear from expert speakers while making new connections over fine dining and curated wine tasting.
After an insightful discussion, one guest will be declared the evening’s ‘Chief Wine Officer’. Will you be the best taster in the room?
From business insights to peer networking and the famous CWO competition, find out more here.