The Future of Cloud: Gaining a Foothold Today for Tomorrow’s Technologies 

• An overview of the 4 key pillars shaping the cloud 
• Tomorrow’s cloud structure & capabilities: A 3 – 5 year horizon 
• How tech will be prepped for changing standards  
• How to manage costs vs. the nature of the cloud as it continues to evolve 

Nick McQuire, Director, Product Development, Strategy & Technologies, Microsoft

From Protectors to Innovators: Redefining CIO and CISO Leadership in the Digital Age 

This opening keynote presentation will explore the shifting role of CISOs and CIOs: from technical experts to strategic business leaders. Topics to be covered include: 

• Embracing complexity: developing strategies to address new technologies and security threats 
• Managing the impact of emerging technologies: understanding the challenges posed by 5G, IoT, Blockchain, Quantum, and DNA Chips 
• Leveraging platform designs: adopting agile approaches and mini-application architectures for data management 
• Embracing cloud technology: navigating the transition away from relational database models in the digital era 

This focused session is your opportunity to learn more about the cutting edge technologies transforming the future of the IT and Cybersecurity markets. Each solution spotlight lasts just ten minutes. 

Solution Spotlight #1  

Solution Spotlight #2 

Solution Spotlight #3

Ransomware Outlook: A Twelve-Month Outlook on Trends, Threats, and Mitigation Strategies 

• As we peer into the future of cybersecurity, ransomware emerges as a focal point of concern, poised to dominate the threat landscape in the year ahead. With the inevitability of increasing ransomware incidents, coupled with the daunting challenge of enhancing protections, organisations face a formidable adversary. Join us for an interactive discussion as we dissect the evolving trends, imminent threats, and effective mitigation strategies in the relentless battle against ransomware. 
• Escalating ransomware incidents and the targeting of medium-sized businesses 
• Potential automation of ransomware operations and the implications for threat scalability 
• Strategies for bolstering ransomware defences and mitigating the risk of successful attacks 
• Geopolitical influences on ransomware activities and the role of governments in cyber regulations 
• An overview of major vulnerabilities and patching failures in fuelling ransomware successes 
• Collaborative approaches to combating ransomware and navigating the intricate cybersecurity landscape ahead 

Navigating Cyber Risks and Insurance: Strategies to Overcome Evolving Cyber Threats and Risks in Today’s Digital Ecosystem 

• Exploring the role of cyber insurance as a risk management tool and its effectiveness in mitigating potential financial losses 
• Identifying critical factors CISOs should consider when selecting cyber insurance policies, including coverage limitations, exclusions, and policy terms 
• The importance of maintaining robust cybersecurity measures and how they impact insurance premiums and coverage 
• Strategizing proactive incident response plans to minimize the impact of cyber breaches and facilitate smoother insurance claims processes. 
• Anticipating future cyber threats, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes, and their implications for cyber insurance strategies 

Managing the Scope and Scale of Third-Party Risk in the Modern Business Ecosystem 

With organisations increasingly reliant on external vendors and partners, the potential for security breaches and data exposures is higher than ever. This interactive discussion aims to equip CISOs with practical strategies and best practices for effectively identifying, assessing, and mitigating third-party risks to safeguard their assets and reputation. 

• Implementing robust vendor risk management frameworks to assess and monitor third-party security posture 
• Establishing clear contractual agreements and security standards to mitigate third-party risk exposure. 
• Leveraging technology solutions such as vendor risk management platforms and threat intelligence tools to enhance third-party risk management capabilities. 
• Fostering collaboration and communication between internal stakeholders and external partners to address third-party risks proactively 
• Shifting focus from data governance costs to regulatory compliance, operational resilience, and brand impact 

Future-Proofing Our Digital Ecosystem: Securing Innovation for a Resilient Tomorrow 

• Securing by design: embedding security into the fabric of future technologies like AI and quantum computing 
• Anticipating evolving threats and understanding how adversaries may exploit new technologies 
• Developing a comprehensive threat mitigation strategy to encompass risk assessment, vulnerability management, incident response, and continuous learning 
• Implementing robust security measures and fostering a collaborative ecosystem 
• Harnessing transformative technologies and engaging key stakeholders on the tech journey

Securing the Future: Collaborative Strategies for Cyber Resilience in the Digital Age 

• As leaders tasked with safeguarding organisations against ever-evolving cyber threats, it is imperative that CIOs and CISOs unite both expertise and resources to confront these challenges head-on. In this session, our panellists will explore strategic approaches to enhance cyber resilience, foster collaboration between IT and security teams, and fortify defences against cyber adversaries. 
• Understanding the evolving cyber threat landscape and the importance of proactive defence strategies 
• Building a culture of cyber resilience that prioritizes continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging threats 
• Embracing collaboration between CIOs and CISOs to align technology investments with security priorities and business objectives 
• Leveraging threat intelligence and information sharing to enhance situational awareness and response capabilities 
• Implementing robust incident response and recovery plans to minimize the impact of cyber incidents and ensure business continuity