Generative AI Infrastructure in Banking: Challenges and Solutions at NatWest

Generative AI Infrastructure in Banking: Challenges and Solutions at NatWest Group

Dr Euan Wielewski, Head of Applied AI at NatWest Group, will discuss the complex journey of implementing generative AI infrastructure within a major banking institution.

This talk will explore the challenges faced by NatWest in securely accessing frontier-level models from various providers while maintaining robust security protocols.

Euan will detail the bank's strategies for ensuring consistency, implementing controls, and addressing regional model availability and data governance concerns.

The presentation will also cover the development of bank-wide guardrail tooling to manage risks associated with generative AI deployment. Finally, the talk will showcase how this carefully constructed infrastructure is powering diverse generative AI use cases across NatWest Group, highlighting the practical applications and benefits of this technology in the banking sector.

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Talk 2 - From Hype to Reality: Make Generative AI Make Sense!
Generative AI makes huge promises of transformation and impact in the business world. But how do we turn these promises into reality?
Mihai Ermaliuc Founder of AISYNG.AI will explore this question.
He will dive into AISYNG's approach to designing and implementing Generative AI solutions suitable for real-world applications.

The discussion will address:
-Identifying Value: How Generative AI solutions can make a measurable positive impact in real-world applications
-Building the Ecosystem: The essential components and relationships needed by a 360 AI ecosystem
-Recognising Limits: Understanding the inherent capability boundaries and adjusting designs accordingly
-Future-Proofing: How to ensure your AI solutions are adaptable and sustainable in the ever-evolving AI landscape
-Not Getting Stuck: You don't need to "start at perfection" - How to build on foundations to grow your AI capabilities un-interrupted
Mihai Ermaliuc has over 8 years of experience in artificial intelligence, specialises in transforming cutting-edge technology into practical solutions. As Founder of AISYNG.AI, Mihai leads initiatives that bridge the gap between AI theory and real-world application, delivering significant value to businesses across various industries such as finance, oil & gas, and hospitality.
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Chair - Shannon McKechnie, Head of Client Services @ MBN Solutions

Agenda
6:00 PM – 6.30 PM: Networking (Drinks & Pizza)
6:30PM - 7:15 PM: Euan Wielewski - Head of Applied AI @ NatWest (presentation and Q&A)
7.15 PM - 8.00 PM: Mihai Ermaliuc Founder of AISYNG.AI
8.00 PM - 9.00 PM: Networking and Drinks

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Thanks very much to Andy Gall from People's Postcode Lottery for his hospitality with the venue and refreshments.