Deutsche Bank Technology, Data & Innovation

We are pleased to welcome Kosli to our Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) portfolio. “Kosli addresses the specific needs of software development teams that operate in highly regulated industries,” said Martin Reeves, who leads Engineering Platforms and Practice at Deutsche Bank's Technology, Data and Innovation division. “We are delighted to partner and collaborate with Kosli to drive our vision of a highly efficient, transparent, and secure software development lifecycle that empowers our engineers to focus on developing solutions for the bank’s clients.” You can read more about Kosli and their recent founding round here: https://lnkd.in/dV-vjp-h More information on our #CVC approach and team can be found here: https://lnkd.in/e4zamyx6

Exciting news! Our NextGen Engineer: High Performance Behaviours programme has achieved accreditation from the CPD Standards Office! 🎉 This prestigious recognition highlights the programme's exceptional quality and value in developing professional engineers. As we build an engineering led company at the forefront of banking, the programme equips our employees with essential technical and behavioural skills. It has been developed in partnership with Davies - Consulting Division, to develop high-performing, well rounded experts who can deliver solutions for the lasting success and financial security of our clients. Already, 190 engineers globally have benefited from the programme, with another 300 set to participate this quarter. 🎓 Find out how you can develop your engineering career at Deutsche Bank: https://lnkd.in/epyhAcPa #Engineering #ProfessionalDevelopment #Recognition

Bank on Tech, our annual global technology showcase series kicked off in APAC end of February. Over 100 technology projects were presented by our tech teams across the region in Pune, Bangalore, Jaipur, Mumbai and Singapore!🚀 Along with the technology showcases, the event also featured some very interesting connects with AI start-up founders. Bernd Leukert and Dilip Khandelwal hosted Srikanth Velamkanni of Fractal Analytics for a Fireside Chat on “AI, Innovation and the Future of Enterprises”💬. Srikanth provided insights on use cases for GenAI and AI for mission critical applications on the front office side, sharing examples from healthcare to financial services and insurance companies. He also talked about enterprises that have used GenAI in their research and development and new products introduction pipeline, generating and validating ideas using AI saving thousands of hours doing market research. 💡 Srikanth’s advice for developers and technologists: “Regardless of your role, never lose your technical edge. Don’t just become a people manager—stay hands-on and keep building your expertise. Without it, you risk losing relevance.”💪 #DeutscheBank #MoreThanBanking #EngineerTheFuture

Schülerkrypto: A Fun Day with Cryptography 🕺 The Schülerkrypto event, a one-day crypto camp, welcomed 65 high school students to dive into the fascinating world of cryptography. 👥 Our team of crypto experts, including Matthias Kraft, Lucas Niehues, Anna Schulz-Kirchner, Arkadius Litwinczuk and Katharina Muth guided students through challenges involving historic ciphers up to modern encryption methods. Students showed great interest in advanced topics like post-quantum cryptography and blockchain. 💰 One of the highlights was a mining challenge, where the top performer walked away with a "money bag" of chocolate coins, simulating the real-life rewards of successful mining. After a pizza lunch break, Dr. Doris Behrendt (CrypTool) demonstrated how to experiment with cryptography algorithms directly within the browser using CrypTool-Online. 💼 The event concluded with Margarita Schatz and Paul Koss providing valuable insights in career opportunities at Deutsche Bank. Overall, it was an engaging and educational day that left the students excited about the possibilities in the field of cryptography. 🏁 Our top three takeaways from the event: ▶️1. Origins of Cryptography: The term "crypto" is derived from the Greek word "Kryptos," which means secret. Cryptography is the science of encrypting data. ⏩2. Importance of Cryptography: In today's world, cryptography is ubiquitous and essential. It plays a crucial role in online banking, encrypting messages, blockchain technology, and e-commerce, making it indispensable for secure digital interactions. ⏭️3. Future-Proofing Crypto Algorithms: As technology evolves, particularly with the advent of quantum computers, it is vital to ensure that cryptographic algorithms are robust and future-proof to withstand emerging challenges. #cryptography #PQC #informationsecurity#ThisisTDI

To end db. io/speak 2024 - our speaker series that brings thought-leaders into the bank to share new perspectives and debate industry trends 📈- had the opportunity to hear from industry experts about how programmatic data labeling is transforming the way specialized AI systems are developed. 🏭 The session highlighted how this innovative approach improves the efficiency, accuracy and auditability of data development, a key ingredient to create smarter, more reliable AI solutions. 💡 For the banking sector, where high-quality data is essential, these advancements mean we can deliver better outcomes for our clients and users. From enhanced fraud detection to more personalized services, smarter AI allows us to address challenges more effectively, improve trust, and offer solutions tailored to individual needs. 👍 ✨ Keith Finnerty, Lead Data Scientist, said, ‘The session underlines the importance of accurate data and how data labeling innovations can directly influence the accuracy of AI solutions, allowing us to build tools that genuinely meet client needs with precision and speed. A big thank you to our Snorkel AI speakers André Balleyguier, Head of ML Field Engineering EMEA and Bryan Wood, Principal ML Solutions Engineer for sharing their expertise and sparking meaningful discussions on how we can leverage these innovations to benefit our clients and shape the future of AI in banking! 🚀

AI in Finance: Opportunity or Risk 📣 For the second time, we welcomed over 35 guests, including Professor Dirk Schiereck from Technische Universität Darmstadt, to the Deutsche Bank AG Office in Frankfurt for a collaborative discussion on AI in the finance sector 🔍💡. This event was rich in valuable insights 🌟. After our TDI Head of Germany Carsten Fischer kicked things off, our Deutsche Bank Private Bank colleague Max Mindt, a proud alumnus of TU Darmstadt, presented on the "Next Best Offer" ⏭. Leonard Grebe from TU Darmstadt then provided an academic perspective, exploring the impact of AI on financial institutions 🏦. The final panel discussion allowed all participants and presenters to engage in a lively exchange about pressing questions, emerging trends, and future prospects for AI in finance. 💬 During the networking segment 🤝, we were thrilled to see several alumni from TU Darmstadt connect with current students, sharing insights about their roles at Deutsche Bank and offering information on Deutsche Bank Technology, Data & Innovation. We look forward to hosting this event again in 2025! 🚀

🎮 TDI Esports Cup 2024: Building Connection Through Gaming and Competition✨ In December, Deutsche Bank Technology, Data & Innovation Germany hosted the final of the TDI Esports Cup 2024 at Deutsche Bank Esports Academy of Eintracht Frankfurt 🏆. It was an exciting #LeagueofLegends tournament that brought TDI colleagues across hierarchies and subdivisions together for a unique blend of strategy, competition, and collaboration 🚀 . The recent tournament wasn't just about gaming; it was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen networks and foster collaboration across TDI #ONETDI 🙌. From the intense first matches to the thrilling grand finale, the dedication and creativity on display were truly inspiring. 🌟 And the winner is...🏆 Congratulations to the winning team, TDI - Technology Data and Intentional Feeding, for their outstanding performance and well-deserved victory! A huge thank 👏 -you to everyone who participated, organized, and supported the event—you made this a truly memorable experience. GG to all involved—we look forward to more opportunities to connect, collaborate, and compete in the future!😍🎮 What is League of Legends (LoL)? 🔍 In League of Legends, two teams of five players compete to destroy the opponent’s base (Nexus) while defending their own. Players choose from over 160 unique champions, each with individual abilities, requiring teams to strategically combine their skills—more than 800 in total—to outplay their opponents. Success in the game relies on teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking, making it an excellent way to bring colleagues together in a fun and dynamic environment.

As we navigate the technology-driven business world, research increasingly shows that employees with “people skills” 🙌 are able to go the extra mile and prove to be of immense value to the organisation. Nidhi Goel, Global Product Chapter Lead from the India Technology Center was invited to MKSSS'S Cummins College Of Engineering Pune 🛠️ for Women 👭 in Pune for a Leadership Talk. Nidhi’s session focused on her own personal experience of the power of people skills especially in large tech organisations. 💼 The value of skills like problem-solving, collaboration, communication skills, negotiation and relationship building is immeasurable. 🚀 There was a discussion around the importance of “building the right thing” rather than “building the thing right”. 🥅 The discussion focused on connecting with users and stakeholders and understanding the “what and why” rather than jumping right into developing the technical solution to a problem. There was a lively Q&A where students wanted to learn more about developing and honing these skills that would help them in their future careers. 👩💻 👩💻 #DeutscheBank #MoreThanBanking #EngineerTheFuture

✨Celebrating Women in Technology: An Afternoon of Inspiration and Connection🤝 DB’s Women in Technology community recently hosted an event at the IBC in Frankfurt am Main, bringing together talented women and allies from Deutsche Bank’s TDI divisions. The event fostered networking, allyships, and reinforced our commitment to supporting women in technology. 👩💻 👩💻 Participants connected, exchanged ideas, and formed lasting relationships. Keynote speakers, Ioana Baiasu and Amit Ramkissoon, shared impactful insights to inspire and guide attendees. Ioana encouraged taking risks as long as required stability is ensured, while Amit emphasized allyship and advocacy, sharing strategies for creating inclusive spaces. 💯 The event’s vibrant atmosphere was filled with energy and meaningful connections. Attendees engaged in discussions, forged new relationships, and celebrated the importance of diversity and inclusion in driving innovation. 💡 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated, especially Carsten Fischer, Ioana Baiasu, Amit Ramkissoon, and the organizing team: Diana Lipcan, Baerbel Dupont-Jostock, Derya Agca, Shrabani Sengupta, Anna Schulz-Kirchner, and Ana Maria Quiroga Rodríguez. 🙏 Together, let’s continue to foster allyship, build networks, and take risks as we move forward in technology. 🚀 #WomenInTech #DeutscheBank#TDI#AllyshipAndAdvocacy #WomenEmpoweringWomen #BuildNetworking

Artificial Intelligence is shaping the future of financial services. 🎯 The next stage of the fast developing technology are so called AI Agents. These intelligent systems have the potential to change the way institutions operate, engage with customers, and deliver value.✨ Beyond making every day processes smoother, AI Agents are creating new possibilities, like smarter chatbots and tools for investing. They’re also boosting security by spotting unusual activities to prevent fraud.🚀 To support our employees in staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, we invited Hamidou Dia and Fabian Schenker, two leading experts 👨💻 in AI Agents at Google, to share their insights and expertise. Their session was designed to provide a deeper understanding of how AI Agents are transforming industries and creating new opportunities for innovation.💡 Patrick McMullen, Deutsche Bank Digital Futures, said: ‘By bringing in these thought leaders, we aimed to inspire our engineers with real-world examples and practical knowledge, helping them explore how AI Agents can be applied to solve complex challenges, optimize workflows, and design smarter, more efficient systems. 🖥️ Attendees left with practical knowledge, fresh perspectives, and innovative ideas on how to leverage these technologies to tackle complex challenges and drive efficiency in their work. 💼 This collaboration underscores our commitment to fostering learning, sparking innovation, and ensuring our teams are well-prepared to shape the future of technology and industry.’ 👩💻 💡 💥 #EngineerTheFuture #AI #Innovation