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ISACA Bangalore Hosts 27th Annual Karnataka Conference on AI for Cybersecurity and Governance

Bengaluru July 29, 2024: The 27th edition of the Annual Karnataka Conference with the theme “Fortifying the Future: Harnessing AI for Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Governance” inaugurated on July 27, 2024, at Shangri-La Hotel, Bengaluru.

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The Conference was inaugurated by of Shri. P Robert, Deputy Director, URSC, ISRO, Government of India, Mohan Rao Goli, CVP & Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Samsung R&D India- Samsung Research India, Rajasekharan KR, President of the ISACA Bangalore Chapter, Mrs. Vijaya Vanitha and Mr. Deepak Bhaskaran of ISACA Bangalore Chapter with other dignitaries were present.

The Guest of honour address delivered by Shri. P Robert, Deputy Director, URSC, ISRO, Government of India presented session on Fortifying the Future: Harnessing AI for Cybersecurity – A Space Perspective. Keynote address delivered by Mohan Rao Goli, CVP & Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Samsung R&D India- Samsung Research India who discussed the importance of Fortifying the Future: Harnessing AI for Cybersecurity. The conference edition of the ISACA newsletter was released by the Chief Guest. The theme of this year’s conference intends to explore the interesting opportunities for Information Security professionals, which stem out of the challenges in Cyber India and Artificial Intelligence. Senior industry professionals, Government representatives, and academicians shared their knowledge and insights at the Conference.

After a successful largest-ever conference held in 2023 with 300 delegates, the excitement to network and meet in person was high among all the delegates. With more than 400 registrations, it is the largest conference ever held by ISACA Bangalore since inception. With power-packed sessions, the conference is a huge knowledge boost.

Mr. Rajasekharan, President of the ISACA Bangalore Chapter welcomed all the delegates as for the largest ever conference held by ISACA Bangalore and shared the insights of outstanding chapter award received from Mr. Erik Prusch CEO of ISACA on behalf of Bangalore chapter during the ISACA 2024 North America Digital Trust World Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, USA in May 2024 and the power of artificial intelligence to protect our digital world. The conference chair and VP of ISACA Bangalore Branch, Ms. Vijaya Vanitha gave an overview of the action-packed schedule and thanked the dignitaries, chief guest and the speakers for sharing their valuable time.

Post inauguration, as part of Plenary session Mr. Gopalan Oppillappan, Head AI delivered a session on Exploring the AI Frontier: Leadership Perspectives for the Next Decade.

Following this Prakash Rendu chintala, Manager, Cybersecurity Strategy and Risk Management and Mohammad Aslam, Cyber Security Consultant, Optiv delivered a session on Stronger Cyber Defenses: Integrating AI with human behavioral insights for enhance cybersecurity posture”.

Some of the interesting sessions delivered during the conference are

· Quantum Computing and AI: Securing the Future by Dr. Nagendra Nagaraja, CEO, QpiAI

· AI and Future of Humanity by Anand Murthy Raj, Director, Gladwell Academy

· AI vs. AI: Harnessing AI Defenses Against AI-Powered Risks by

Manojkumar Parmar-Founder – CEO, CTO – AIShield

· Intersection of AI and Web3: Data privacy, security, and regulatory considerations by Ayilur Ramanath, IT Expert

· Building Resilient Digital Twins: A Security-First Approach by Shakeel Khan, Vice President, ColorTokens Inc and Amarnath Reddy , CTO, 22by7

Other multiple sessions were Womens panel discussion, Digital transformation, Privacy in the Age of AI: Balancing Innovation with Ethical Data Use, Building Resilient Digital Twins: A Security-First Approach, panel discussion on Data, Privacy and AI Dynamics: Shaping the Future Landscape of the Digital Economy and second panel focussed on The Future Relationship Between AI and Humans: Collaboration or Competition?

A gala party post conference was held to celebrate the Outstanding Chapter award with our members and conference delegates. Chief guest distributed the awards for the rank holders of the recent ISACA Certification exams, winners for white paper contest were also felicitated.

The conference also had display of insightful and interesting stalls by the sponsors, Optiv, CANARA Bank, Technologies, UPGUARD, Protiviti, Zscaler, 22by7, ColourTokens, TUV SUD and TSAARO

Quick Heal Partners with NewJaisa Technologies Bridging Cybersecurity Gaps in Refurbished Electronics Market

4th July 2024, Pune: Quick Heal Technologies Limited, a leading global cybersecurity solutions provider, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with NewJaisa Technologies, a leading Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) brand in the burgeoning refurbished electronics market. This collaboration will see Quick Heal’s flagship product, Total Security, pre-installed on all NewJaisa refurbished laptops and desktops.

As per the recent reports, the new PC shipment stands at 13.9 MM units for the fiscal year 2023. On the other hand, the refurbished IT equipment market stands at 1.5 MM units and aggregates to approximately 10-11% of the overall market size as it is largely serviced by the unorganized sector where NewJaisa is on a mission to make refurbished electronics mainstream and building an organized and bridging the trust deficit. With a dominant market share of NewJaisa, this partnership positions Quick Heal at the forefront of cybersecurity and strengthens its presence in this rapidly evolving sector.

Quick Heal Total Security provides comprehensive digital protection, powered by its patented GoDeep.AI technology—an AI-enabled deep predictive malware hunting system with a cloud-based deep learning module and advanced behavior detection system. Certified by AVLab Poland as the safest for banking and browsing in India and the world, Quick Heal draws on its 30 years of domain expertise transforming the cybersecurity ecosystem. Key features include dark web monitoring, smart parenting, web security and phishing protection, advanced anti-ransomware, data backup, and metaProtect—a cloud-based platform for synchronized cybersecurity remote management and monitoring of registered devices on-the-go. This all-encompassing cybersecurity solution meets the evolving needs of today’s digital landscape.

Central to Quick Heal’s unparalleled threat intelligence and innovation is Seqrite Labs, India’s largest malware analysis facility. With a relentless focus to innovate, simplify and secure, the company ensures millions of customers worldwide remain safe and secure. Its recent induction into the US Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium (AISIC) further reaffirms its global commitment to AI safety and security, solidifying its position as a leader in the cybersecurity domain.

Vishal Salvi, Chief Executive Officer at Quick Heal Technologies, said, “Our partnership with NewJaisa Technologies represents a strategic move to address the growing cybersecurity needs in the refurbished electronics market. With projections indicating significant growth in this sector, particularly in India, it is imperative that we provide robust security solutions across all segments of the device market. By integrating our Total Security solution into NewJaisa’s refurbished products, we are ensuring comprehensive protection for a broader range of consumers. This collaboration aligns with our commitment to enhancing digital security across diverse market segments and device types.”

NewJaisa Technologies, founded by IIT and IIM alumni, is the only listed player in India’s refurbished electronics space. The company’s technology-driven, highly automated end-to-end reverse supply chain for IT assets enables it to offer significant discounts on high-quality refurbished products compared to new ones.

Vishesh Handa, CEO from NewJaisa Technologies, commented on the partnership, “The integration of Quick Heal Total Security into our refurbished devices marks a significant enhancement to our value proposition. As a key player in India’s refurbished electronics market, we recognize the importance of coupling affordability with strong security measures. Quick Heal’s advanced features complement our existing quality assurance processes, allowing us to offer a more comprehensive product to our customers. This partnership not only strengthens our market position but also addresses critical security concerns in the refurbished electronics sector, potentially opening new avenues for market growth.”

The partnership underscores Quick Heal‘s commitment to democratizing cybersecurity and ensuring that all users, regardless of whether they choose new or refurbished devices, have access to top-tier digital protection.

Arete IR boosts cybersecurity footprint with a new office in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, India, July 03, 2024: Arete IR, a global cyber risk and digital investigation company, today announced the expansion of its Hyderabad office with the addition of a new 60-seater area. This strategic move aims to bolster Arete’s cybersecurity posture and improve its capacity to deliver robust security solutions to clients across the region.

Arete’s new office space will function as a training hub, providing employees with access to specialized security tools and resources for skill enhancement. It will help equip the team with up-to-date industry insights, enabling them to respond more effectively to cyber incidents and better serve clients.

The expansion complements Arete’s existing Hyderabad facilities, which include a 24/7 Security Operations Center. This growth allows Arete to better accommodate its expanding client base in India and surrounding regions, offering tailored cybersecurity solutions to meet each organization’s unique needs.

Raj Sivaraju, President, APAC, Arete said, “Businesses now recognize that an online presence alone isn’t enough. Protecting customer data and transactions is absolutely critical. Our latest initiative demonstrates our unwavering commitment to our team. We’re not just investing in cutting-edge tools and a collaborative environment for our experts—we’re ensuring we can continue to offer the innovative, trustworthy cybersecurity solutions our clients need in this ever-evolving digital world.”

As cyber incidents continue to grow in sophistication, Arete IR remains dedicated to strengthening its position as a leader in cybersecurity services. The latest development is a testament to the company’s ongoing commitment to excellence and its mission to protect businesses from the ever-present threat actors in the digital world.