Digital identities are pivotal for onboarding, accessing services, and authorizing transactions, making identification seamless across borders and sectors. High-security standards, biometric verification, chip data reading, and selective data sharing all address threats from sophisticated fraud and privacy risks, while interoperability requirements ensure usability in both public and private domains. Our panellists will explore the development in digital identity wallets, from the UK’s ‘Britcard’ to the EUDI Wallet, and the opportunities and limitations in onboarding and KYC.

 

Moderator:

TBC

Speakers:

Antony Jordan, Head of Payments & KYC, ODDSET Sports Betting

Ronelle Arbib, Chief Operating Officer, Recognise Bank

Tobin Broadfoot, Product Director, Keyless

Leo Friel, Lead Solution Architect, ID & Authentication Platform, Lloyds Banking Group

Synthetic identity attacks have been flagged as a major concern for businesses of all types in 2026, as criminals are increasingly using AI and automation to open bank accounts with these synthetic identities, bypassing Know Your Customer (KYC) checks. This growing threat requires the deployment of advanced identity verification measures, including AI-powered detection systems, biometrics, and multi-layered fraud controls. This panel will discuss enhanced IDV, strengthening anti-fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) functions, plus cross-referencing government and open-source data, as key defences against synthetic identities.

Moderator:

Andrew Churchill, Director, Technology Strategy

Speakers:

Bertram Storr-Paulsen, Head of KYC, Nordea

Melanie Curran, Researcher, University of London

Azy Shojaeian, Group Chief Compliance Officer, Pockit & Monese

Speaker:

Manos Mavrikos, SVP of Growth, FaceTec

With one-third of banks piloting generative AI-powered fraud detection use cases, this panel explores how AI is revolutionizing the fight against financial crime. Panellists will explore how generative AI models create synthetic fraud scenarios for better training, enable real-time anomaly detection across complex transaction data, and reduce false positives to streamline investigations. Join to learn how banks are leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to stay ahead in an escalating battle against ever-evolving fraud risks.

 

Moderator:

Richard Maton, Founder, Aperio Strategy

Speakers:

Ashley Bostel, Financial Crime Analytics Strategy Lead, NatWest

Saurabh Gupta, Manager, Strategy & Growth, JPMorgan

Astitva Karunesh, Data Science & AI Business Lead, Lloyds Banking Group

In an era of evolving threats, effective risk assessment is key to combating fraud and financial crime. This session offers practical strategies for conducting thorough risk assessments, identifying critical vulnerabilities, and prioritizing mitigation efforts. Drawing on insights from leading experts, attendees will learn about the latest methodologies, regulatory expectations, and emerging best practices designed to enhance their organization’s resilience and response capabilities.

 

Speakers:

Steve Payne, Group Head of Financial Crime & MLRO, Vitality

Katarina Helde Cook, MLRO, Head of Financial Crime Compliance, Handelsbanken

Adam Rankin, Head of Compliance, MLRO, Octopus Energy Collective

This panel will explore how breaking down silos within and between organisations is to  combat financial crime and fraud. Panellists will discuss what types of fraud and AML data should be shared both internally and externally, how to ensure data integrity and quality, and how collaboration can be structured to maximize impact while safeguarding privacy and security. The session will also examine real-world examples of successful cross-organizational data sharing initiatives and public-private partnerships, alongside the delicate balance of managing risks like data overspill.

Moderator:

Andrew Churchill, Director, Technology Strategy

Speakers:

Brian Mullen, Threat Lead, HM Revenue & Customs

Pete O’Doherty, Commissioner, City of London Police

Colin Whitmore, AI, Innovation, Strategy & Design, Financial Crime Compliance, NatWest

How has the liability shift and the introduction of the APP Reimbursement scheme affected consumer and institutional behaviour? Should we cast a wider net for liability beyond financial institutions?

Moderator:

Katy Worobec, Director, Azymus Consilium Fraud Consultancy

Speakers:

Lee Norminton, Head Fraud Policy & Industry Engagement, Santander UK

TBC, Senior Fraud Manager, Capital on Tap

As cryptocurrencies and decentralised finance continue to reshape global financial markets, financial institutions face a complex web of fraud and financial crime risks. This panel will explore the biggest concerns, from money laundering and regulatory fragmentation to sophisticated scams and operational risks, and how institutions can enhance compliance while embracing innovation. Join to understand how banks and regulators can work together to mitigate risks and unlock the potential of crypto and decentralized systems safely.

 

Speakers:

Harry Gibbs, Technology Enabled Money Laundering & Cryptoasset Investigator, HMRC

Yair Samban, KYC, AML, Counter Terrorist Finance Expert, Independent

Mark Taylor, Global Head of Financial Crime Compliance, CEX.IO

Matthias Greiller, Compliance/AML/AFC Specialist, Frankfurter Bankgesellschaft Gruppe

This Panel will be an exploration of enhanced due diligence (EDD) and sanctions screening as critical components of global compliance frameworks, including entity resolution, digital identity assurance, and reducing false positives. Experts will discuss evolving regulatory expectations in the US, UK, and EU, and how organizations can implement risk-based EDD processes to effectively identify and manage high-risk customers and transactions. The session will address challenges such as inconsistent enforcement across jurisdictions and fast-changing sanctions lists, offering practical solutions for continuous monitoring and robust sanctions screening.

 

Moderator:

George Grech, Founder & CEO, GEX Strategy

Speakers:

Steve Payne, Group Head of Financial Crime & MLRO, Vitality

Christelle Mateso, DMLRO, Kuwait Financial House