Technology increasingly permeates every facet of the financial services sector, from personal banking to institutional investment to payments. 

The conference will explore the transformative impact of technology on the modern FS enterprise, examining how it can be applied to drive practical business improvement and frontline customer impact. 

The programme will contextualise the most prominent trends that are shaping the industry, from technical advancements in Cloud, AI, Blockchain and Payments, to the regulatory impact of Customer Duty, SDR, DORA & NIS2. 

​The Summit will bring together senior leaders from across the sector, and is geared for shared learning, collaboration and high-level networking. The FS Technology Summit will be held as a sister event to our 12th annual Fintech Summit.

Join our new series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month!

These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting to cybersecurity, cloud computing to procurement, and many more.

Each event will feature a ScotlandIS member offering their expert insights and advice on the topic in hand, however you do not need to be a member to attend these talks.

For our May event, we’ll be joined by Ronnie Beattie, Business Lead (STEM) at Glasgow Caledonian University, and former GCU Graduate Apprentices to share their story!

As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, the need for skilled professionals has never been more pressing.

Hear from John McMaster and Emma Brannan on their experiences undertaking work-based Graduate Apprenticeship Cyber Security Programmes at Glasgow Caledonian University, how it helped develop their careers, and how Graduate Apprenticeships are a key pathway for organisations to gain vital cyber security skills.

In an ever-changing social, political and economic global landscape it can seem impossible to keep up with legal and regulatory developments, and that’s before trying to plan ahead for the future.

In an uncertain world of AI noise, the looming threat of cyber attacks, and a shake up of the world order leading to fragmented approaches to regulation, it can be difficult to remain positive and on the front foot. But there are plenty of opportunities for growth and success.

Our annual Tech & IP Conference will explore how businesses can take advantage of this period of change to evolve, build resilience, and leverage competitive advantage through powerful new technologies and innovation.

We hope you can join us to hear from key clients and leaders from a variety of sectors, all sharing their thoughts and experiences on current issues affecting organisations today.

Sessions will include:

• Keynote: Scotland’s technology turning point
• Cyber crime in the Trust Economy: Navigating an evolving threat landscape. In this session we will explore the findings of the latest paper in our Trust Economy series.
• Protecting innovation and investment on a global stage: Battling the copycats
• Data Privacy: What’s coming down the track for the UK and EU in data privacy?
• DE&I in the tech sector: Where the global giants go, will others follow?
• AI and IP: How tech is transforming creativity
• Healthcare and Lifesciences: Scotland leading the way in medtech innovation
• More than a mission to Mars: How space tech can integrate across industries

08:30 – 09:00 – Registration

09:00 – 10:50 – Session 1

10:50 – 11:15 – Coffee break

11:15 – 13:00 – Session 2

13:00 – 13:30 – Networking lunch

What will we cover?

Join us for an exclusive webinar unveiling Windows 365 Link, a revolutionary technology from Microsoft that transforms the way organisations manage cloud-connected workspaces. Windows 365 Link enables seamless, low-latency connectivity between Windows 365 Cloud PCs and on-premises networks, providing users with an enhanced hybrid computing experience.

• Learn how Windows 365 Link enhances endpoint performance, security, and connectivity
• Discover real-world applications across public and private sectors
• Hear exclusive insights from Phoenix experts directly involved in the preview programme
• Get your questions answered by industry-leading specialists

• IT professionals
• Cloud solution architects
• Business leaders interested in modern endpoint management
• Anyone looking to enhance their organisation’s hybrid computing experience

Join Condatis for a 1-hour webinar designed to help universities navigate the transition from Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) to Microsoft Entra ID.

Our expert speakers will provide practical insights, real-world case studies, and future trends in identity management, followed by an interactive Q&A session.

Agenda:

 About Condatis – Who we are and what we do
 Current Identity Management Challenges – Addressing security risks & access vulnerabilities
 Cybersecurity Threats – How the identity landscape is changing
 Technical Solutions – Best practices for a seamless migration
 Case Studies – Insights from real-world success stories
 Future Trends – What’s next in identity & access management?
 Live Q&A – Your chance to ask the experts!

Who Should Attend?

This session is ideal for anyone involved in the universities IT systems, or identity and access management strategy, looking to future-proof their identity solutions, and discover how Microsoft Entra ID can solve complex industry challenges.

Register now and take the next step toward a secure and scalable identity landscape! Submit any questions you have when you register, and we’ll be sure to answer them during the session. See you on May 8th!

Burness Paull’s upcoming data Spring webinar series will consider key data protection compliance requirements, explore data governance best practice, and highlight key areas of interest for the UK regulator (ICO).

Designed for regulatory and compliance teams, in-house lawyers, DPOs, privacy and HR professionals and others with an interest in all-things data, our specialists will discuss important topics relevant to your organisation in 2025 within the dynamic data landscape.

Our data privacy experts will talk through some of the key UK changes due to come into force in the Data (Use and Access) Bill and also signpost what you need to know about the EU digital package and proposed reforms to the EU GDPR.

Join us for an exclusive webinar providing valuable insights into cyber security export opportunities for UK industry in the rapidly growing Indonesian market. We will also be sharing information on how to get involved in our forthcoming combined Cyber Security Symposium and Trade Mission to Indonesia in October 25.

Indonesia is the world’s 16th largest economy an emerging economic global powerhouse, with robust annual growth of around 5% over the past 20 years. It is forecast to be the 7 th largest economy by 2050. Modernisation and digitisation are crucial drivers of its growth, with new infrastructure projects in development, including the “100 Smart Cities Movement”. The rapid growth of Indonesia’s information and communication technology industry has driven unprecedented transformation as relationships between organisations and their customers and stakeholders take place in increasingly digitised environments.

This accelerated pace of digital change has led to a rise in cyber security threats and incidents across large businesses and public organisations, and with it a great opportunity to promote the UK’s cyber security expertise to Indonesia.

Speakers will include representatives from ADIGSI- Indonesia Cyber Security and Digital Association and officials from the British Embassy Jakarta and the Department for Business and Trade. We will also have industry insights from UK companies active in Indonesia.

Please contact Siti and/or Caren for any questions about this event:

• Siti Mangkudadi: Siti.Mangkudadi@fcdo.gov.uk

• Caren Flavelle: caren.flavelle@businessandtrade.gov.uk

The deadline for expression of interest is 6th May 2025 – express interest via the ‘Learn More’ link below.