About the talk 

APIs are the backbone of modern AI systems. From data collection and model training to real-time inference and AI-driven automation, APIs play a crucial role in making AI scalable and efficient. In this talk, we’ll explore how to design an API ecosystem that supports AI-driven applications while ensuring performance, governance, and cost efficiency. We’ll cover best practices for structuring APIs to optimize data ingestion, enable AI agents to integrate seamlessly, and manage resource usage effectively. Attendees will gain insights into key design considerations that make APIs a strong foundation for AI—whether for training models or deploying intelligent agents.

About the speaker 

Stefan Mesquita is Co-Lead API Banking at Deutsche Bank and has more than 15 years of experience in the financial industry. His focus is on agile methodologies, product development, leadership, and cross-cultural communication. He is responsible for the development and maintenance of both internal and external API platforms, driving API consumption across the organization and enabling the integration of multiple products into a single API platform. In addition, he supports agile transformation to transition the company to a product-centric approach.