AI on Tap London: Episode 5

⌖ London · The Royal Institute

Hosted by Cambridge Centre for Data-Driven Discovery

A one-day, in-person workshop in London exploring how frontier AI systems can be secured in real-world environments. Women in AI Security Workshop 2026 takes place at The Royal Institute on Tuesday 3 November 2026, from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Built around the theme “Securing Frontier AI Systems in the Wild”, the workshop will showcase prominent women working across AI security, AI safety and cyber security. It brings together perspectives from government, academia and industry, giving attendees an opportunity to learn about recent technical advances while examining the practical challenges involved in deploying and protecting frontier systems. What to expect The programme combines several formats to support technical learning, discussion and new connections: - Technical talks covering developments in AI and cyber security - Real-world case studies of how frontier AI systems are being secured - Panel sessions featuring experts from a variety of backgrounds - A guest lecture - Short community spotlight talks - A poster session presenting work from across the field - Opportunities to meet researchers and practitioners working at the intersection of AI and security The event forms part of an ongoing effort to build a more inclusive and diverse AI security community. Attendance is open to all genders, roles and levels of seniority, although the content will be particularly relevant to researchers and practitioners whose work connects AI with cyber security. The mix of talks, panels, posters and networking should suit both established experts and those developing their place in the field. Submit a spotlight talk Women working in AI security can apply to take part in the new spotlight talk session, with submissions welcomed at any career stage. Selected speakers will receive up to 15 minutes to present, with no audience questions afterwards. These sessions do not require a finished project. Early ideas, work in progress, interesting findings and open questions are all encouraged, creating a friendly setting in which women can share emerging work with an engaged audience. In support of the workshop’s goal of providing a platform for women in the field, spotlight speaking slots are reserved for women, while general attendance remains open to everyone.… Register for this event

⌖ London · London, United Kingdom

Hosted by Granola

Hear former BBC Executive Creative Director Julia Whitney discuss the creation of BBC iPlayer in London on 3 November 2026. Presented by Granola, this in-person conversation explores how design responded to a generational shift in media consumption, from radio and television to the web and mobile. Julia led design teams for more than 20 years, including 11 years at the BBC. She headed User Experience and Design for the original BBC iPlayer before leading design across BBC News, Sport and Weather. She later became GM and Executive Creative Director of the BBC’s 150-person User Experience and Design department. Today, she works as an executive and leadership coach across technology, media and climate. The discussion will cover: - The early development of BBC iPlayer - Designing digital products used by millions - Leading design through major changes in technology and audience behaviour - Lessons from Julia’s career at the BBC Doors open at 6pm GMT, with the talk beginning at 6:30pm. Attendees must arrive by 6:30pm, when the doors will close. Drinks and snacks are provided, and the event finishes at 8:30pm. Registration requires host approval, the exact London address is only visible after registering, and the event is expected to be heavily oversubscribed. Request approval to attend

Granola

◎ Online

Hosted by Financial Times

Join the Future of AI a live event by Financial Times, held in London from 4-5 November 2026. Register for in-person or digital pass. Meet those at the cutting edge of AI innovation and explore how this transformative technology will redefine business in 2026 and beyond.

⌖ London · Future of AI Conference

Hosted by Future of AI Conference

Future of AI Summit 2026 Day 2 brings a full day of AI technology and innovation to Convene 22 at 22 Bishopsgate in London. Taking place on Thursday, 5 November 2026, the conference runs from 8:00am to 5:30pm GMT. It is aimed at people interested in the latest developments shaping AI, from technology professionals and business leaders to founders and other innovation-focused attendees. What to expect This is the second day of the Future of AI Summit 2026, presented in an in-person conference format. The published listing categorises it as a tech event but does not yet provide a detailed agenda, session topics or speaker line-up. The venue is Convene 22, 22 Bishopsgate, London, England. The listing also advertises 20% off tickets when booking with the promo code DISCO through the linked ticket offer. Register and view ticket options.

⌖ London · London, United Kingdom

Hosted by Point Nine

Build your AI agent or side project alongside engineers and founders at Attio and Point Nine’s first London Builders Café on 8 November 2026. Running from 10:00am–3:00pm GMT at Attio’s HQ in London, this informal Sunday build session offers uninterrupted time to move a project forward. Bring an agent you are experimenting with, a side project stuck at 80%, or a startup idea you keep returning to. What to expect - Dedicated time to work on your own project - Conversations about AI, tooling and what is working in practice - A small group of engineers, technical founders and early-stage operators - Coffee and pizza provided by the hosts There is no published talk schedule or speaker programme: the focus is independent building and useful conversations with fellow practitioners. The event is open and drop-in, so attendees can stay for an hour or spend the full afternoon working. This is the first London edition after previous Builders Cafés in Berlin. It is presented by Point Nine in partnership with Attio. Registration requires host approval, and the exact address will only be shared with approved attendees. Request to join the Builders Café.

◎ London + online

Hosted by Supermums

Build practical document automation skills for Salesforce at this hands-on PDF Butler hackathon, held at Accenture in London with virtual participation available. Hosted by Supermums, the 3.5-hour session explores how Salesforce users can automate repetitive document tasks, reduce errors and accelerate document generation. Attendees will work with document automation concepts and PDF Butler tools, focusing on smoother workflows and more productive document handling. Event details - Date: Monday 9 November 2026 - Time: 1:30–5:00pm GMT - Venue: Accenture, 30 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 3BD - Format: Hands-on hackathon, with the option to attend in person or virtually - Who it’s for: Salesforce users interested in improving document workflows and reducing manual work The event page does not publish a detailed agenda or named speakers. Attendance options and ticket availability can be confirmed during booking. Get tickets for the Document Automation Hackathon