In an ever-evolving European market, businesses face currency fluctuations, disrupted supply chains and unpredictable consumer behaviour. The risks are clear, but uncertainties also open the door to growth and innovation. In this session, panelists will discuss the alternative data sources delivering actionable insights into geopolitical trends, empowering investors to leverage volatility for strategic advantage.

In this interactive workshop and Q&A, join Neudata’s Vendor Engagement and Regulatory Leads as they share best practices for data providers to maximise success. Hear hints and tips on presenting a dataset as an attractive product and learn strategies for overcoming common compliance and DDQ pitfalls, to build confidence with potential buyers.

This exclusive session will offer invaluable guidance and insights from those on the frontlines of data acquisition. Whether at the point of sourcing, onboarding, testing or governance, what are the biggest challenges faced by data buyers and providers? How can vendors streamline their strategies, to ensure best results from initial engagement through to execution?

In this showcase session hear from some of the industry's newest providers, as they share the datasets and product launches set to take the world of alternative data by storm. Ensure you're keeping on top of all the latest updates and case studies to inform your future data acquisition strategy.

Consumer transactional and behavioral data remains one of the most popular and widely deployed categories of alternative data, providing indicators for both short-term trading decisions and long-term valuations. This panel will explore the key dataset types helping investors to understand and react to current market trends, whilst predicting future performance and economic shifts.

Alternative data is often defined by what it is not, but should investors pay closer attention to the insights market, or traditional, data can offer? Panelists will discuss how market data sources can identify trends and inform decisions across a range of trading strategies. Where do we draw the line between market and alternative data and how can the two form part of a cohesive approach?

2024 saw major activity in the private markets space. With rebounding valuation levels, the continued expansion of AI and an expected M&A surge, 2025 brings no signs of slowing down. This session will explore how private equity firms are using alternative data sources to better inform new strategies, from deal sourcing to diligence and value creation.

This session will delve into the regulatory landscape for alternative data in the UK, EU and US. What are the key developments and upcoming changes to pay close attention to? How are compliance professionals approaching the use of alternative data and AI within their organisations and how can risks be best managed?