Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) is an initiative by Govt. of Telangana & DSCI to position Telangana as one of the leading cybersecurity hubs in India.
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Cyber risk is no longer just a technical challenge; it is a business concern that directly impacts strategy, growth, resilience, and trust.
Join Rohit Ponnapalli, CISO, Envoy Global, at our upcoming PrivSec Spotlight session on “The Economic Context of Cyber Risk: Why Security Leaders Must Speak the Language of Business”
Gain practical insights into understanding cyber risk from a business and economic perspective, aligning security priorities with organisational objectives, and communicating cybersecurity value in the language of leadership, risk, and business impact.
Date: 25th June 2026
Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM IST
Mode: Virtual
Register now to earn a certificate and CPE points: lnkd.in/gSxzTA7e
Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) hosted a high-level interaction at T-Hub on 1st June 2026 with delegates from the Netherlands Embassy.
The session brought together key stakeholders for meaningful conversations around cybersecurity innovation, technology-led solutions, and cross-border collaboration.
Some of our CCoE-incubated startups presented their innovative solutions, highlighting the strength and potential of India’s cybersecurity startup ecosystem. This engagement opened up valuable discussions on international partnerships, knowledge exchange, and opportunities to strengthen collaboration between India and the Netherlands in the cybersecurity domain.
Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, in association with Aikam successfully conducted the Telangana Cybersecurity Leadership & Community Meet 2026 at T-Hub Hyderabad.
The meet brought together cybersecurity leaders, startups, industry representatives and ecosystem stakeholders for insightful discussions, presentations and networking.
We sincerely thank our Chief Guest, Phani Nagarjuna from Aikam, as well as our speakers and representatives from PivotSec, QClairvoyance Quantum Labs Pvt. Ltd., Ramoji Film City , CtrlS Datacenters , BluSapphire - NextGen AI SIEM & SOC, and AuthBase for their valuable contributions.
We also thank all members of the cybersecurity community for their support, participation and active engagement.
Looking forward to the next community meet!
Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE), DSCI, in collaboration with Maruti Suzuki and the Government of Telangana, facilitated a startup showcase session under the Maruti Suzuki Mobility Challenge – Cohort 5.
The session featured 15 CCoE-incubated startups that presented innovative cybersecurity and technology-driven solutions to address emerging industry challenges.
This platform provided startups with valuable exposure to industry leaders and opened opportunities for paid PoCs, mentorship, strategic partnerships, and cash prizes.
At CCoE, we remain committed to enabling startups with the right ecosystem support, industry access, and opportunities for collaboration to accelerate innovation in cybersecurity and mobility.
AI is no longer just a tool.
It influences decisions about visibility, access, credit, hiring, and risk.
Most of it happens automatically and quietly.
Responsible AI isn’t about resisting innovation.
It’s about understanding how systems make decisions and ensuring transparency, accountability, and oversight.
Trust in the AI era starts with informed users and responsible organisations.
#ResponsibleAI #DigitalTrust #AIGovernance #SmartTechSafeChoices #CCoE
#CCoEInsights #PrivSecSpotlight
Data privacy regulations are evolving rapidly, and enterprises must move beyond intent to implementation.
Join Ms. Veena Vinod, DPO, Tata Technologies Limited, at our upcoming PrivSec Spotlight session on “Data Privacy Regulations in Practice: Principles, Privacy by Design, and Security by Design for Enterprise Compliance.”
Gain practical insights into embedding privacy principles into business processes, operationalising Privacy by Design, and strengthening Security by Design to ensure sustainable enterprise compliance.
Date: 07th March 2026
Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM IST
Mode: Virtual
Register now to earn a certificate and CPE points: forms.office.com/r/rCB4fW2bB…
#DataPrivacy #PrivacyByDesign #SecurityByDesign #EnterpriseCompliance #DataProtection
Dr. Sriram, CEO, CCoE, conducted an insightful three-day cybersecurity session at IIFT Kakinada.
The session engaged 50 students in exploring essential cybersecurity topics.
The program focused on experiential learning and hands-on practice, equipping students with critical skills to tackle real-world challenges.
Stay ahead in the digital world, keep learning and strengthening your cybersecurity expertise!
#CCOEDiaries #CyberSecurity #DigitalLearning #FutureReady #TechSkills
#CCOE Diaries
Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, CEO of Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, inaugurated CyberFest 2026, organised at Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology (CBIT) as the Chief Guest.
In the event, he emphasized the critical role of experiential learning, cyber resilience, and robust academia-industry collaboration in shaping a future-ready cybersecurity ecosystem.
CyberFest 2026 is a 24-hour national-level conclave focused on cybersecurity, blockchain, and cybercrime awareness, scheduled for 6th & 7th February 2026 at CBIT, Hyderabad.
#Cybersecurity #ExperientialLearning #FutureReady #AcademiaIndustryCollaboration
Congratulations to the Winners of CipherSprint at SHIELD 2026. We are proud to share that our CCoE-incubated startup QUPASS emerged as the Winner of CipherSprint, while YakshaNexus secured the Runner-Up position at SHIELD 2026.
CipherSprint, the flagship Cyber Innovation Challenge under the SHIELD ecosystem, is designed to identify the country’s most promising working cyber solutions and fast-track their transition from concept to real-world deployment in policing and public safety.
Being recognised on this platform reflects the strength of indigenous innovation and the growing impact of solutions emerging from our ecosystem.
Proud to see our startups bridging the gap between innovation and operational adoption - contributing meaningfully to a safer digital future.
Building resilience. Driving innovation. Securing tomorrow.
#CCoE #CipherSprint #SHIELD2026 #CyberInnovation
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On January 29, 2026, CCoE attended the Industry Roundtable hosted by the U.S. Consulate as part of the Trust Conference.
The U.S.-India TRUST Conference in Hyderabad advanced strategic collaboration in AI and cybersecurity, bringing together government, academia, and industry leaders to translate bilateral commitments into actionable partnerships.
Key discussions included:
• Strengthening industry–academia collaboration in AI and cybersecurity
• Policy and legal frameworks governing active cyber defense
• Ethical considerations surrounding “hacking back”
• Balancing national security, deterrence, and responsible cyber conduct
#Cybersecurity #AIPolicy #ActiveCyberDefense #CyberEthics #IndustryAcademia
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AI security is not only about defending systems.
It is about anticipating consequences, questioning assumptions, and designing with care.
Women in science and technology are doing this work every day — strengthening how AI is tested, governed, and trusted, so the systems we depend on are safer and more accountable.
On #NationalWomenInScienceDay, we recognise women whose work protects more than data.
It protects people, decisions, and digital trust.
#NationalWomenInScienceDay #WomenInScience #WomenInAI #AISecurity
The internet is no longer confined to a screen.
It follows us into our work, our homes, and our personal lives.
Messages, calls, notifications, and content surround us constantly — creating opportunities for connection, but also for deception. Scams today are not limited to emails or unfamiliar links. They appear through messages that feel urgent, voices that sound familiar, and content that looks credible.
This Safer Internet Day is a reminder that safety online depends on awareness, responsible use of technology, and the ability to pause, question, and verify.
A safer internet is not built by disconnection, but by informed and cautious engagement.
#SaferInternetDay #CyberAwareness #DigitalSafety #OnlineScams #ResponsibleTech #CCoE
Cyber hygiene goes beyond software.
Clean Out Day is a reminder to care for both the devices we use and the systems they connect to,
physically cleaning laptops, keyboards, screens, and ports, while also clearing unused files, updating software, and reviewing access.
Healthy devices and healthy systems work together to reduce risk.
Small habits. Stronger security.
#CleanOutDay #DigitalHygiene #LaptopHygiene #DeviceCare #CyberRisk #CCoE
AI is accelerating how information is created, analysed, and exploited.
But the strongest defence still isn’t a system or a model - it’s people.
Every password choice, access decision, and verification step matters. In an AI-driven world, trust begins with human choices.
#HumanFirewall #ResponsibleAI #DigitalTrust #CCoE
A strong step towards building everyday privacy awareness this #DPD2026, as Data Security Council of India and MyGov India encourage citizens to turn data protection principles into daily practice.
Take the quiz, test your knowledge, and join us in building a stronger privacy culture across India.
👉 quiz.mygov.in/quiz/be-a-priv…
#DataPrivacy #DPDPAct #PrivacyAwareness #DigitalTrust #DPD2026
Are you privacy-aware?
Take the Data Privacy Awareness Quiz, in collaboration with @mygovindia to test your understanding of personal data protection and digital rights, and win exciting cash prizes.
Click here: quiz.mygov.in/quiz/be-a-priv…
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@sq1_security @Target @ZSAssociates | #DPD2026 #DataPrivacyDay2026 #DataProtection #Privacy #DSCI
AI doesn’t need to break in.
It learns patterns, predicts behaviour, and guesses what humans repeat.
Weak passwords make that easy.
On #ChangeYourPasswordDay, here’s a simple reminder to strengthen the human firewall:
* Replace reused passwords with long, unique passphrases
* Store credentials in a password manager
* Enable multi-factor authentication wherever possible
* Never share access, even internally
Security isn’t just a technology problem.
It starts with people.
#HumanFirewall #PasswordSecurity #DigitalTrust #ResponsibleAI #CCoE
Privacy policies are often designed to be unreadable.
Length hides intent.
Most of them say the same thing in different words:
Your data may be collected, tracked, and shared.
Understanding privacy doesn’t require reading every line, it requires knowing what you’re agreeing to.
Awareness is the first step to control.
#PrivacyPolicy #DataTransparency #DigitalRights #CCoE
Most digital platforms feel personal.
But behind every click, view, and scroll, data is being observed, analysed, and monetised.
Not always by people you recognise.
Not always with clear consent.
Privacy starts with awareness - knowing who has visibility into your digital life.
#DataAwareness #DigitalPrivacy #EmpowerWeek #CCoE
Yesterday, Data Privacy Day 2026: DPDPA & Beyond brought together leaders and practitioners in Hyderabad across privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection, with wide participation from across the ecosystem.
We also kicked off the #BeAPrivacyAmbassador initiative as part of Data Privacy Day 2026, reinforcing our commitment to building awareness and accountability around data protection.
From expert perspectives on cyber law and DPDPA implementation to product showcases and a panel on data fiduciary obligations and accountability frameworks, the sessions focused on translating regulation into actionable organizational preparedness.
Thank you to our speakers, partners, and attendees for contributing to insightful discussions, practical learning, and meaningful collaboration toward building privacy-first enterprises.
Special thanks to @Deloitte for being our hosting partner.
#DataPrivacyDay2026 #DPDPA #DataProtection #CyberSecurity #PrivacyByDesign
DSCI’s #BeAPrivacyAmbassador initiative reminds us that data privacy is a continuous journey - built through simple, everyday actions both online and offline.
Turn your screen into a daily privacy reminder and join the awareness drive.
Download now: dsci.in/data-privacy-day-202…
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#ThematicScreensaver for organizations/employees | Turn your screen into a daily reminder to #BeAPrivacyAmbassador. This Data Privacy Day 2026, organisations and employees are invited to actively champion privacy at the workplace. Aligned with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, the DPD 2026 campaign encourages moving beyond awareness to responsible, day-to-day privacy practices across business operations.
The screensaver is designed to embed privacy into everyday work, how data is collected, accessed, shared, and protected, both digitally and offline. this journey reinforces the role every employee plays as a Privacy Ambassador.
Use this screensaver across your organisation in January to promote your commitment to Data Privacy Day 2026 on January 28, 2026.
👉 Download the screensaver now: lnkd.in/gVbvFsPv
💡 Watch this space as the privacy awareness drive unfolds.
Supported by: @CRED_club
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