Conference Description
What the event is about:
Ascend Europe 2026, hosted by Riskified, is a two-day in-person event in London focused on transforming risk management in ecommerce. The event aims to move beyond theoretical discussions by showcasing actionable intelligence and real-world strategies that help merchants and business leaders turn risk management from a defensive necessity into a proactive driver of growth. Attendees will explore how innovative technologies, particularly those developed by Riskified, can revolutionize order decision-making, preempt fraud, and optimize the customer journey to maximize conversions and revenue. The event features research presentations, case studies, and discussions on the latest fraud trends and AI-powered solutions tailored to the European ecommerce landscape.
Subject Matter:
– Fraud prevention and risk management in ecommerce
– AI and real-time data analytics for fraud detection
– Network intelligence and collective insight for proactive defense
– Strategies to maximize conversions and revenue at checkout
– Regional insights into European ecommerce fraud trends
Niche:
Ecommerce fraud prevention and risk intelligence, with a focus on AI-driven solutions for merchants and payment professionals.
Target Audience:
– Ecommerce leaders and decision-makers
– Fraud and risk managers
– Payment professionals
– Product managers in ecommerce and fintech
– Senior managers and executives from online retail, payments, and financial services
– Organizations: Large ecommerce brands, payment platforms, fintech companies
Problems the Event Helps Solve:
– Reducing fraud and chargebacks in online transactions
– Improving order approval rates without increasing risk
– Leveraging AI and data to make real-time risk decisions
– Addressing policy abuse and optimizing customer experience at critical moments
– Staying ahead of emerging fraud trends specific to Europe
Commercial Intent Signals:
– Networking and peer connection
– Education and thought leadership
– Product marketing and showcasing Riskified’s solutions
– Lead generation for Riskified
– Community building among ecommerce risk professionals
Key Messaging & Positioning:
– “Intelligence in Motion”
– “Transform your risk strategy from a defensive necessity into a real-time engine for growth”
– “Unlock revenue potential”
– “Preempt fraud attacks before they happen”
– “Optimize the customer journey in high-stakes moments”
Sponsors / Vendors / Technologies Mentioned:
– Riskified (host and primary technology provider)
– Notable brands represented by speakers: Booking.com, Loewe, Dior, Tiqets, IXOPAY
Format & Experience:
– In-person event at Conrad London St. James, London
– Includes main stage presentations, breakout sessions, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities
– Executive-level, with a focus on practical, hands-on insights and peer learning
Final Classification:
Event Category: Ecommerce Fraud & Risk Management Summit
Primary Audience: Senior ecommerce, payments, and risk management professionals
Primary Problem Solved: Reducing fraud and optimizing revenue through AI-driven risk intelligence
Commercial Goal of the Event: Lead generation, product marketing, and thought leadership for Riskified
5 relevant keywords: ecommerce fraud, risk management, AI, payments, network intelligence