9:10am | Panel One - Laying the Foundations: What Does an Effective Data Strategy Look Like
Across all the potential applications for technology in the fund management context, building an effective data management strategy is key. This panel will explore how firms obtain and manage data as an input into the investment process, considering AltData and operational and compliance implications of using novel datasets. It will also explore how firms approach their interactions with third-party vendors in areas such as regulatory and investor reporting with a view to enhancing the effectiveness of the third-party tools that they are using.
09:50am | 10-Minute Tech Snapshot - Orchestrade
If you’re a mature hedge fund taking the next big step or a major launch looking to get started, Orchestrade provides the portfolio management and risk solution to meet your specialized investment needs.
We work with managers trading the most complex instruments across asset classes in global macro, volatility, multi-strategy, commodities and fixed income RV strategies.
10:00am | Keynote - Geopolitics in the Age of AI: Power, Sovereignty & the Tech Divide
As AI becomes a strategic asset, global power dynamics are shifting. From trade wars to cybersecurity threats, geopolitical tensions are not only accelerating technological adoption but also deepening regulatory and ideological divides. In this keynote, Damien Bruckard - a former diplomat, trade negotiator and legal counsel - will explore how emerging technologies are reshaping national security, digital sovereignty and the future of global competition in an increasingly fragmented world.
10:55am | Panel Two - Regulatory Innovation: Understanding the Impact of Technologies on Supervision
As technological innovation reshapes financial services, regulators and policymakers globally face the challenge of fostering growth and competitiveness while maintaining robust oversight. This panel explores how jurisdictions are supporting innovation through initiatives like regulatory sandboxes and innovation hubs, and leveraging the latest advancements in data and analytic capabilities (SupTech). Panelists will also discuss varying approaches to enabling emerging technologies such as distributed ledger technology, and addressing the rise of generative AI use in finance.
11:35am | Keynote - From Principles to Practice: Operationalising Responsible AI
As asset managers integrate AI into their operations, the question is no longer if but how to do so responsibly. In this keynote, Jen Gennai, founder of Google’s Responsible Innovation team will draw on her experience implementing governance frameworks, ethics testing and continuous oversight, to bust common AI myths and provide a roadmap for operationalising responsible AI.
12:00pm | 10-Minute Tech Snapshot - Oxford DataPlan
Oxford DataPlan – KPI Trackers
Oxford DataPlan is an alternative data platform providing daily estimates of revenue and other KPIs for over 250 publicly listed companies worldwide.
We deliver near real-time insights into the performance of the companies you invest in, powered by exclusive and proprietary datasets unavailable elsewhere in the market.
Our predictive models are highly accurate—typically within 2% of reported results — and are delivered to the buy side on a daily basis with no more than a 12 hour lag.
12:15pm | Breakout Sessions
BREAKOUT SESSION A: Future-Proofing Cyber Risk Management
Future-proofing cyber risk management isn’t about doing more but doing it smarter. In this talk, Gerrad Olisa-Ashar will share how firms can integrate cybersecurity into enterprise governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). By making cyber part of strategic planning and regulatory readiness, investment managers can move from reactive controls to steady, sustainable resilience that supports business growth. Attendees will gain practical insights into how a GRC framework builds confidence, resilience, and long-term trust without overcomplicating daily operations.
BREAKOUT SESSION B: Enabling private markets strategies in your infrastructure
BREAKOUT SESSION C: Beyond the AI Hype: Building Innovation That Works
Alternative investment firms increased tech spending 40% yet productivity remains flat. AI alone won't solve this. Discover how to generate continuous innovation using composable building blocks that integrate talent, culture, skills and platforms—enabling you to leverage AI and agents for genuine business transformation.
1:35pm | Panel Three - The Human Touch: Getting the Most out of People, Process & Technology
This session will explore how firms seek to recruit and retain the right people to be able to maximise their investment in new technology to deliver better outcomes for the clients they serve. It will also explore the new automation tools that firms are using to empower their workers in their roles and increase their capacity for more valuable work. It will also consider some of the human risks associated with using new technologies, including AI, exploring how firms use training and policies to mitigate associated operational risks.
2:15pm | 10-Minute Tech Snapshot - Blueflame AI
Founded in 2023 by a team with deep experience in the investment management industry, Blueflame AI is the only purpose-built agentic AI platform for dealmakers and investment firms. The team has extensive experience as dealmakers, developers, cybersecurity specialists and service providers for alternative investment managers.
2:25pm | Keynote - Exclusive look at AIMA's Gen AI Survey Results
Discover how fund managers around the world are integrating generative AI across their organisations. This exclusive look at AIMA's latest market research will reveal the findings of a comprehensive survey of fund managers and institutional investors spanning a wide spectrum of investment strategies and firm sizes, and is enriched by qualitative insights from those furthest along the Gen AI adoption curve.
2:55pm | Breakout Sessions
BREAKOUT SESSION D: Trusted AI to unlock your knowledge and data
Learn how modular AI agents can connect data and knowledge across all sources to enable faster, transparent decisions and strengthen organisational resilience.
BREAKOUT SESSION E: Digital 3.0
BREAKOUT SESSION F: To be announced
3:55pm | Panel Four - Operational Resilience: Navigating New Risks & Opportunities
In an era of heightened operational risks, technological vulnerabilities, and evolving cyber-attack vectors, alternative investment managers must prioritise operational resilience. This panel will discuss strategies for prevention, adaptation and response to operational disruptions. Panelists will delve into sound practices for building resilient systems, ensuring business continuity, and learning from disruptions to future-proof operations.
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4:35pm | Keynote - Combatting Deepfake Attacks: Tactics to Protect You & Your Firm
As deepfake technology evolves, so do the tactics of cybercriminals exploiting it. From social engineering and wire fraud to compromised deal rooms, the finance sector faces an escalating threat. In this live demonstration, Christian Scott - an elite ethical hacker - will show how generative AI is weaponised to breach firms, and more importantly, how yours can stay protected. He will outline specific defensive measures your firm can implement immediately to defend against these growing threats.
