Startups Strengthen Defenses: Focus on Cybersecurity to Protect Against Threats

Hyderabad, February 17, 2025- Startups are the backbone of new India. They are the growth engines of the Indian economy. India is home to over 1 lakh 40 thousand recognized Start Ups. Cyber Security threats loom large to them like any other organisations. Malicious software to ransomware attacks to phishing, they are no exemption and prone to cyberattacks like any other organisations. Cybersecurity is an aspect every startup requires to pay special attention to. As attacks have become more common, start-ups being small and infancy cannot afford to lose money. Don’t think Cybersecurity is only for big companies and tech giants. Data breach could cost their newly founded business dearly, it can hurt reputation, jeopardise their future.

But the good thing is there is help around. Fund your startup with cyber secure measures. Join in ‘SHIELD 2025’, a two-day Cybersecurity Conclave to be held in Hyderabad at HICC on February 18 and 19. Participate, partner with experts and be aware of everything startups need to know about Cybersecurity. Learn from experts. Develop cybersecurity policy, educate your team, implement strong measures, stay updated, secure networks, business, be cybersmart and stay cyber safe

Accelerate the growth of your business by surpassing the speed breakers of cybercrimes, that can harm both y0ur company and your consumers. Get in-depth knowledge from seasoned professionals on cyber security for startups at SHIELD2025

The Conclave will be the Google for Cybersecurity.

The organisers the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB), Cyberabad Police, the Society for Cyberabad Security Council (SCSC) lined up impressive speakers.

Sri Rajesh Kumar, IPS, CEO, Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Center (I4C), Bhuwan Ribhu, Founder, Just Rights for Children and Dr RS Sharma, Independent Director, Senior IAS Officer, Tanla will be keynote speakers.

Rajesh Kumar heads Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). I4C established by the Ministry of Homer Affairs is designed to provide a framework and ecosystem for law enforcement agencies to deal with cybercrime in a coordinated and comprehensive manner.

Bhuwan Ribhu is an activist, advocate, and founder of Just Rights for Children.

Dr. Sharma has been a pivotal force in shaping the country’s Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) policies. He is well-known for his role as the founding Director General and Mission Director of UIDAI, where he spearheaded Aadhaar, the world’s largest biometric identity system

The key focus areas for SHIELD will be Ransomware and Cryptocurrency; Deep fakes and social media; Cyber Resilience for MSME’s; Decoding Nation-State Actors; Protecting Women in the Digital Age; Mule Hunters, Breaking the chain; AI to Redefine Defense strategies; Securing the Supply Chain; Shielding innocence – Combatting CSEAM and VOIP Vigilantes: Internet based scams.

The event features keynotes, panels, and workshops on critical topics like child and women safety, AI-driven security, and cybercrime prevention.

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