This session brought together cybersecurity and technology professionals from the financial services and fintech sectors to explore how artificial intelligence is being used to strengthen security operations, improve efficiency, and support regulatory compliance.As financial organisations face increasing threat volumes, tighter regulatory scrutiny, and pressure to do more with less, the discussion focused on how AI-driven security capabilities can help teams better understand threats, prioritise response, and demonstrate compliance without adding operational friction. The session examined practical, real-world applications of AI within cybersecurity rather than theoretical hype.The session formed part of Smarttech247’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month Event Series and was designed for security, IT, risk, and compliance teams operating within regulated financial environments.Key Topics CoveredUnderstanding AI-driven threats in financial servicesImproving security efficiency through automation and intelligenceUsing AI to support compliance and regulatory reportingApplying AI within modern security operationsPractical considerations for AI adoption in fintech environments
External Speakers
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Key Strategic Takeaways
0:06 – Introductions0:45 – AI use case: healthcare chatbot experience1:46 – AI impact in fintech & fraud detection3:01 – AI breaking voice authentication & rising fraud risks4:30 – EU regulation & AI Act in financial services6:06 – Compliance: risk, transparency & data governance7:00 – Security testing & red teaming for AI systems9:20 – AI’s impact on analyst workflows (finance & SOC)10:48 – Trust in AI vs human judgment12:00 – Alert fatigue & AI-driven efficiency13:29 – Training, onboarding & AI’s role14:40 – Security roadmap & key takeaways