The #1 Resilience Agenda:

Securing the Future of Financial Services
  • 21st January, 2026
  • 9 AM - 12 PM, Followed by Networking Lunch
  • Ritz Carlton DIFC , Dubai
Overview:
In an era of accelerating digital transformation and increasing cyber threats, resilience through collaboration has never been more critical.

We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive, closed-door CISO Roundtable hosted by Cyberwise, bringing together cybersecurity leaders from the UAE’s leading companies across the financial sector to share strategic insights and shape the future of cybersecurity in financial services.
Hosted by Cyberwise, the session will spotlight:
Emerging cyber threats and evolving risk landscapes
Regional regulatory expectations and compliance priorities
Building operational resilience across financial ecosystems
Real-world best practices from Cyberwise experts and industry peers
Why Attend:
  • Exchange insights with leading CISOs and industry experts
  • Gain exclusive access to regional threat intelligence and resilience strategies
  • Explore how innovative technologies are reshaping financial cybersecurity
This is a knowledge exchange, not a product showcase. Expect open dialogue, peer learning, and strategic takeaways designed for senior security leaders.
Speakers:
Nitin Bhatnagar
Regional Director
India, South Asia & Middle East,
PCI Security Standards Council
Hani Bani Amer
Head of Information Security
Al Etihad Payments
Kadir Yüceer
Regional Director (EMEA),
Cyberwise.
Agenda:
9:00 – 10:00
:
Arrival, Registration, Welcome Refreshments and Networking
10:00 – 10:05
:
The Power of Being in the Same Room
  • Cyberwise Speaker
10:05 – 10:25
:
Keynote: Securing New Emerging Payment Channels with Data Security Standards – Latest on the ​PCI SSC Standards​
  • Nitin Bhatnagar, Regional Director – India, South Asia & Middle East, PCI Security Standards Council
10:25 – 10:45
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Fireside chat: “Strengthening Trust in the UAE Payment Landscape: A Collaborative Security Model”
  • Nitin Bhatnagar, Regional Director – India, South Asia & Middle East, PCI Security Standards Council
  • Hani Bani Amer, Head of Information Security Al Etihad Payments
10:45 – 11:00
:
Coffee break
11:00 – 11:20
:
From Credentials to Behavior: A Smarter Way to Trust Employees
  • Veridium Speaker
11:20 – 11:40
:
Passing Audits, Failing Attacks: The Gap Between Compliance and Security
  • Cyberwise Speaker
11:40 – 11:50
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Q&A
11:50 – 12:00
:
Closing Remarks
  • Kadir Yüceer, Regional Director(EMEA), Cyberwise.
12:00 – 13:30
:
Networking Lunch
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    About Cyberwise:
    Cyberwise is the trusted cybersecurity partner for enterprises seeking resilient, scalable, and future-ready security solutions. With a unified, intelligence-driven approach, Cyberwise secures complex digital environments across Information Technology (IT), Operational Technology (OT), and Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). By acting as a strategic cybersecurity partner and a single point of access for integrated solutions, Cyberwise empowers organizations to manage risk, ensure compliance, and build cyber resilience across their entire digital footprint. Our comprehensive portfolio combines cutting-edge technologies from world-class vendors with deep domain expertise across consulting, auditing, and managed security services. With over 350 cybersecurity professionals across Ankara, Istanbul, İzmir, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Amsterdam, we deliver tailored security strategies and operational excellence to more than 750 enterprise clients across the EMEA region, spanning industries such as Financial Services, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Energy, and Government.
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