Students of University of Birmingham Dubai, get ready to dive into the thrilling world where finance meets technology at our upcoming session, "Code, Cash, Crime: The Mechanics of FinTech". This one-of-a-kind event is designed to bring together Finance and Computing students to explore how cybersecurity, coding, and financial systems intertwine in today’s fast-evolving FinTech landscape.

The session kicks off with a dynamic panel discussion featuring industry experts from the worlds of cybersecurity and finance. You’ll also get a chance to interact directly with the panelists during an engaging Q&A session, uncovering the real challenges and opportunities that shape the FinTech industry.

Then, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test in a thrilling hands-on challenge. Instead of building an app, you’ll be stepping into the shoes of both ethical hackers and financial analysts to dissect a simulated, intentionally flawed online stock trading application. Working in cross-disciplinary teams, each stage of the challenge will test your collaboration and problem-solving skills:

• Computer Science students will use browser developer tools and cybersecurity techniques to uncover hidden clues, identify vulnerabilities, and bypass restrictions.

• Finance students will analyze accounting inconsistencies, evaluate business logic flaws, and calculate accurate financial outcomes.

Only when both sides work together will you uncover the five hidden “flags” buried within the app, and the first team to crack all of them wins an exclusive prize!

This session is an interactive learning experience that combines technology, finance, and critical thinking in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Whether you’re passionate about coding, numbers, or simply solving puzzles, this event will challenge your mind and expand your horizons.

Bring your laptops, your logic, and your teamwork spirit, and get ready to uncover the secrets of FinTech at Code, Cash, Crime: The Mechanics of FinTech.
Register now to secure your spot and experience the future of finance through the eyes of both a hacker and an analyst!