The transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in revolutionising cybersecurity is evident, but safeguarding AI systems is crucial to prevent harm. The widespread adoption of AI is fueled by powerful and affordable computer chips, making it accessible to organisations of all sizes, coupled with the exponential growth of digital data. As AI applications become integral to daily life, their role in cybersecurity becomes paramount, leveraging their efficiency in scanning vast data for anomalies and identifying risks.

As every year, one of the most exciting aspects of the PwC Cybersecurity & Privacy Day is the pitching competition which has become an integral part of the event. What is PwC looking for? The top five innovative solutions addressing major cybersecurity or privacy challenges!

The five finalists will compete on 5 June 2024 live from Luxembourg for the two following awards:

• 2024 PwC Cybersecurity & Privacy Solution of the Year Award – Jury’s Choice
• 2024 PwC Cybersecurity & Privacy Solution of the Year Award – People’s Choice

The audience will have the opportunity to vote for their favourite solution right after the live pitch.

 Apply to pitch!

• Pitch your solution and gain credibility with international investors and corporate stakeholders.
• Increase your visibility through international media exposure.
• Benefit from professional coaching by the PwC team.
• Be part of a European level event in Cybersecurity & Privacy
• For more information and to apply click here.

Why should you apply?  Feedback from previous winners:

“The PwC Cybersecurity & Privacy Day pitch competition is a key event on the Luxembourg cyber scene. I recommend that any innovative company wishing to make contact with the Luxembourg ecosystem should apply, to showcase their project.” – Sylvain Cortes, VP strategy, Hackuity (Winner of the 2023 Cybersecurity & Privacy Solution of the Year – People’s Choice Award)

“PwC’s profound expertise across various industries, people, and platforms has been a cornerstone of our success in the European market. The exposure we gained at the PwC Luxembourg Cybersecurity & Privacy Day was instrumental and immediate, sparking critical initial conversations and elevating our visibility in the sector.” – Stewart Walchli, CEO, Confidencial (Winner of the 2023 Cybersecurity & Privacy Solution of the Year – Jury’s Choice Award)

Simon Petitjean, Cybersecurity Director, focusing on cybersecurity & privacy solutions for PwC Luxembourg says: “Year after year, we eagerly welcome the arrival of innovative companies that infuse our community with dynamic perspectives and unveil unprecedented solutions to our daily challenges. We anticipate nothing short of brilliance in the upcoming 2024 edition!”

The dates to remember in short:

• Application start: Already open!
• Application deadline: 15 February 2024
• Announcement of the five selected solutions: mid-April 2024
• PwC Cybersecurity & Privacy Day event – CEO Corner: 4 June 2024
• PwC Cybersecurity & Privacy Day, including the Pitching competition: 5 June 2024

About the PwC Cybersecurity & Privacy Day

The PwC Cybersecurity and Privacy Day is our annual flagship event whose mission is to help CISOs, DPOs and CEOs ensure they keep their organisation secure in a digital society.

The 2024 edition will be held physically at PwC Luxembourg’s premises, as follows:

• 4 June – CEO Corner: For several years now, we have organised a dedicated and exclusive session for CEOs, with a tailored agenda to provide them with an in-depth understanding on strategic challenges around cybersecurity and privacy.
• 5 June – PwC Cybersecurity and Privacy Day: This one-day event offers CISOs, information security experts, DPOs and privacy experts the chance to gain technical updates, discover promising cybersecurity and privacy solutions and attend interactive dedicated workshops. They also benefit from international renowned speakers who will focus on cybersecurity and privacy challenges they are facing in today’s sophisticated digital world.

Contacts:

Koen Maris, Advisory Partner, Cybersecurity & Privacy Leader, PwC Luxembourg

Simon Petitjean, Cybersecurity Director, PwC Luxembourg

Maxime Pallez, Cybersecurity Director, PwC Luxembourg