We are pleased to announce that SCL will be hosting a Future of Finance webinar series from November 2024 – April 2025.
This comprehensive webinar series will explore various facets of the financial services and fintech sectors, providing an exceptional opportunity to delve into the key tech law topics shaping the industry. Whether you’re an in-house counsel at a leading financial institution, a fintech professional, or a private practice lawyer advising clients, these sessions will provide you with the essential insights and knowledge you need to navigate this evolving landscape.
Engage with expert panellists from across the industry as they explore critical developments, share practical takeaways, and lead in-depth discussions on the future of finance.
Designed to focus on the latest technology trends and the legal challenges they bring, this masterclass series is an unmissable opportunity for anyone advising on financial services and fintech projects. Stay informed and ahead of the curve in this fast-paced sector.
SCL members can make a bulk booking of all eight webinars for just £300 + VAT. Individual webinar bookings are £50 + VAT, so if you purchase all eight you will receive two webinars for free! For bulk purchase inquiries, please email hello@scl.org.
Webinar 1: State of the Crypto Nation: where are we on digital assets adoption and regulation?
Tuesday 26 November 2024 @ 12.30 pm
Outline:
- What are cryptoassets?
- What can they do?
- What are their legal characteristics?
- Why are we hearing so much about tokenisation now?
- What are the challenges?
- What do we expect to see in the next 3 years?
Chair:
Matthew Lavy KC, Barrister, 4 Pump Court; SCL Trustee
Speakers:
Sarah Curran, Director, UBS
Charles Kerrigan, Partner, CMS
Laura Bates, General Counsel, Hidden Road Partners
Series Programme Chair:
Sue McLean, Partner, Technology & Fintech, Baker McKenzie, SCL Trustee and Vice-chair
Featured Speakers in this Series Include:
Shanthini Satyendra, SCL Fellow, AI Group Committee Vice Chair
John Salmon, Partner, Hogan Lovells
Julian Cunningham-Day, Partner, Linklaters
John Cush, Senior Legal Counsel, Direct Line
John O’Brien, Head of Legal, Data Protection, Revolut
Gareth Oldale, Partner, Head of Privacy and Cyber Security, TLT LLP
Daisy Godfrey, Aviva
Jonathan Emmanuel, Partner, Bird & Bird
Chris James, General Counsel, Zing
Sarah Williams, Senior Associate – Financial Services, Baker McKenzie
Claire Keating, Principal, Marks & Clerk
Mark Cruickshank, Managing Legal Counsel, The Royal Bank of Scotland
Yvonne Dunn, Partner, Pinsent Masons
Ann McManus, Senior Counsel for Privacy, Data Protection & Cybersecurity, FIS
Stacey Quaye, Global Head of Digital Assets, Innovation & Design, UBS
Kate Newbound, Managing Associate General Counsel Tech/Commercial, HSBC
Janet Taylor-Hall, Chief Executive Officer, Cognia Law
Coming up…
Webinar 2: Data governance and ethics in financial services
Webinar 3: AI in Financial Services
Webinar 4: Getting ready for launch? Key issues when advising on the roll-out of new tech products & solutions
Webinar 5: Banking on IP: Protecting and maximising the value of IP in a tech leveraged financial service business
Webinar 6: Tech trends 2025: Key regulatory developments affecting technology in financial services
Webinar 7: Navigating Cyber Risk
Webinar 8: What’s on the Horizon? How to keep up with legal and regulatory developments given the pace of change
Who Should Attend?
- Lawyers in private practice or in-house, keen to stay current on the latest tech developments in financial services
- Tech law academics and students
- Professionals and managers in the tech sector involved in financial services projects and regulatory developments
- Anyone interested in the intersection of tech, law, and finance
Administration Notes:
SCL Member Offer:
SCL members can access all eight webinars for just £300 + VAT. Purchasing each webinar individually will cost £50 + VAT each, so if you purchase all eight you will receive two webinars for free!
For bulk purchase enquiries, please email hello@scl.org.
Non-SCL Member Offer:
We’re thrilled to offer non SCL members all eight webinars for just £300 + VAT (compared to £50 + VAT each if purchased individually) when you buy them along with a half-price SCL membership for only £82.50 (previously £165).
If you would like to purchase each webinar individually as a non-SCL member, the price is £100 + VAT (£120) per webinar.
For bulk purchase enquiries and to take advantage of this discounted membership rate, please email hello@scl.org.
Booking terms and conditions:
Please refer to SCL’s full event terms and conditions here.
Joining details:
We will send the Zoom link to your email address on the morning of the event.
Recording:
Each webinar will be recorded and the recording will be available to delegates shortly afterward.
Event Booking Form for Your Internal Use
If you require internal sign-off in order to attend events and training, please go to our Internal Booking Form page to download your form. The form contains essential information about the event, including speakers and content, why you should attend and the intended learning outcomes.
Non-members wishing to join the Society are entitled to membership of the Society valid for 12 months from the date of payment including full access to the content of the SCL web site www.scl.org, the SCL magazine “Computers & Law” plus reduced fees for training events where a fee is applicable. The cost of an annual SCL membership is £165. If you have any queries about SCL membership please contact the SCL office on Tel: 07948517049 or Email: hello@scl.org
Free membership for trainee lawyers and UK students:
SCL provides free membership for trainee lawyers until qualification and for UK students in full-time education with a valid ac.uk email address. Student members are eligible to attend SCL events at concessionary rates where a fee is applicable. Trainee members are entitled to attend SCL events at the standard members’ rate (the concessionary rate for UK students in full-time education does not apply). Trainees and UK students in full-time education can apply to join SCL for free by emailing hello@scl.org
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