LSET Successfully Organised the LSET Exchange Series Exploring Innovation, Strategy and Emerging Tech
LSET organised the LSET Exchange Series, featuring weekly discussions on innovation, strategy and technology. Students actively contributed insights on topics like AI and cybersecurity. While industry experts were invited to participate, the first session featured student-led discussion. The series has concluded, with future sessions to be announced.
London, UK - 21 July, 2025 - The London School of Emerging Technology (LSET) successfully organised the LSET Exchange Series, a weekly programme of interactive sessions focused on key developments in innovation, business strategy and emerging technologies. The series brought together students, alumni and guest speakers for open discussions aimed at bridging academic learning with practical industry understanding.
The sessions were delivered online, with selected events held in a hybrid format to enable wider participation. Each session promoted active dialogue, live Q&A, and collaborative knowledge-sharing on current and emerging themes in the tech and business landscape.
Topics Covered
Each week focused on a different theme. Sessions explored:
Artificial Intelligence in Business and Technology
Cybersecurity and Risk Strategy
Solution Architecture and Systems Design
Digital Strategy and Transformation
Leadership and Innovation Culture
Meet the Panel
All sessions were moderated by Mayur Ramgir and featured contributions from LSET students specialising in Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, Automation Testing and Enterprise Development. While industry experts were invited to participate, they were not present during the initial session. Their involvement is anticipated in future sessions.
Participants
The first session welcomed:
LSET Students and Alumni - participating in discussions and gaining exposure to emerging trends
Guest Speakers - where applicable, contributing context to weekly themes
Industry Experts - invited to join future sessions for enhanced professional insights
Format and Engagement
LSET Exchange sessions were designed as collaborative forums, distinct from traditional lectures. Each included a Q&A segment and encouraged open contribution from attendees. Topics were announced via the student portal and mailing list in advance. Recordings were provided to enrolled students for review.
Outcomes
The LSET Exchange Series offered:
Opportunities to explore how emerging technologies are shaping modern industries
Insight into strategy, innovation and transformation
A platform for students to apply learning through discussion and peer engagement
Future session schedules and similar initiatives will be shared through LSET's official channels.
For collaboration or speaker enquiries, contact events@lset.uk
View session details and event archive: https://lset.uk/event/lset-exchange/
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/embed/iSJRlW7IoF4
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