The Ultimate Guide to Cybersecurity
A curated Indian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Cybersecurity.
What to know about Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is a critical and evolving field dedicated to protecting individuals, businesses, and governments from online threats. Amid transformative advancements such as AI, cloud adoption, quantum computing, and fluctuating geopolitical risks, organisations are navigating an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape.
Recent developments across the cybersecurity sphere highlight crucial topics including ransomware surges, deepfake scams, API security lapses, identity management complexities, and the growing importance of Zero Trust frameworks. These trends underscore the need for proactive strategies, comprehensive threat detection, agile responses, and a strengthening of human and technological defenses.
With expanding attack surfaces driven by remote work, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and digital transformation, there is a paramount focus on integrating AI-powered solutions, enhancing data protection, and addressing skills shortages. Initiatives promoting diversity, education, and collaborative partnerships continue to be essential in fortifying cyber resilience.
Exploring these themes through the latest stories and expert insights encourages readers to deepen their understanding of contemporary cybersecurity challenges and solutions, emphasizing actionable knowledge to help safeguard digital futures in an interconnected world.
Indian Cybersecurity News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Securonix partners GRAMAX on India critical cyber defence
Indian airports and other vital infrastructure will gain round-the-clock threat monitoring as Securonix and GRAMAX extend managed cyber defence services.
Zoho launches MCP server for for AI payment access
Businesses can now handle refunds, payment links and transaction checks in Zoho Payments through AI prompts, via an open protocol linking chat tools.
Galgotias students raise INR 3 crore for AI startup
The funding will help Cybergenix Security expand its AI and cybersecurity platform as Indian universities push harder into student entrepreneurship.
Indian firms lag on software supply chain security
A JFrog study says weak package and container defences are leaving Indian organisations exposed as AI use adds new checks for developers.
Bybit launches AI sub-accounts to ringfence trading
It aims to curb losses from rogue bots by isolating automated trades from users' main crypto balances and limiting withdrawals.
Citizens & Cognizant mark 1,000 hires in Hyderabad
The Hyderabad centre is becoming a bigger part of Citizens' technology strategy as it expands AI, data and cyber security work.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Cybersecurity
XM Cyber boosts identity access tools for hybrid firms
Claroty launches AI security agent for critical systems
IoT Analytics flags seven telecom trends at MWC 2026
Proximus Global rises to Gartner CPaaS leaders group
Sinch named Gartner leader in CPaaS for fourth year
Featured News
Check Point Technologies: On vigilance, Mythos and beyond
AI-driven vulnerability scanning is forcing firms to rethink complacency as Check Point says existing defences still help against Mythos.
Exclusive: Reco COO on securing the AI inside your SaaS stack
Reco COO Zoe Hillenmeyer says enterprises typically underestimate their AI agent exposure by a factor of ten and that gap is widening.
Google Cloud CEO sets out enterprise AI agent plan
Enterprises will get one place to build, govern and run AI agents, as Google Cloud expands Gemini Enterprise across models, data and security.
Google flags urgency as AI reshapes cyber threats
Patching delays now carry greater risk as Google says AI is helping attackers scale intrusions, speed up breaches and automate operations.
Exclusive: Google Cloud reshaping finance with agentic AI
Banks must move beyond isolated pilots if they want agentic AI to deliver enterprise-wide gains, Google Cloud says.
Netskope's Tony Burnside - visibility is key to AI security
AI tools are creating hidden east-west traffic that security teams struggle to monitor, raising the risk of data leakage and compromise.
Exclusive: Celonis global banking head says AI rollout hinges on process intelligence
Banks risk wasting AI spending unless they first map how work really flows, as Celonis says process intelligence is becoming phase zero.
TrendAI: Evolving the cybersecurity value proposition
New research shows two-thirds of Australian business and IT leaders feel pressured to approve AI projects while overlooking security risks.
Diligence the watchword as oversight lags AI governance
Most boards are using AI for routine tasks, but only 3% have woven it into risk oversight, leaving organisations exposed to fresh hazards.
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Australian operators face rising cyber risk as Rockwell warns poor visibility and unmanaged remote access can disrupt safety-critical systems.
'Human Risk' takes centre stage - Mimecast CEO
Mimecast chief warns human risk is now cybersecurity's 'eighth layer' as malicious insiders overtake negligence in Australian attacks.
Cloudera and Svitla Systems bring trusted AI to healthcare
Cloudera and Svitla team up to build trusted, clinician‑centric AI that unifies patient data while safeguarding privacy and consent.
How Formula 1 turns data & cyber security into speed
At Albert Park, F1 insiders reveal how sharper data use, tighter security and resilience planning combine to unlock race-winning performance.
Rise of AI Agents introduces new infosec risk: Okta
Okta warns that surging numbers of uncontrolled AI agents pose a major identity and access risk as they become the new digital workforce.
Elastic says AI search & context now decide customer loyalty
Elastic argues that in an AI-obsessed market, robust search across messy data is the real foundation of trustworthy, profitable experiences.
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Overwhelmed CISOs are driving a consolidation wave in cybersecurity, slashing tool sprawl to close security gaps and cut mounting costs.
Expert Columns
Navigating data challenges in China's E-commerce market
How AI can be the biggest accelerator for SMBs
Your Immune System Doesn't Wait. Neither Should Your Security
Unlocking intelligence with access control
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…Cybersecurity was already hard
Virtual vs. physical firewalls: A practical guide for modern networks
The Death of the Firewall
AI shopping boom puts checkout under pressure
Digital identity: How it powers APAC's fintech boom
The 70% problem: Why checkout is still where eCommerce goes to die
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Cybersecurity News
Consistent launches 3MP Wi-Fi video doorbell in India
Households and offices can now monitor visitors remotely as the new device adds app alerts, night vision and weather protection to Consistent's range.
Ishan Technologies picks Oracle for billing overhaul
The overhaul should speed new service launches and improve billing accuracy as Ishan Technologies expands its digital infrastructure business.
Inspira Enterprise names Lt Gen Pant strategic adviser
The hire underlines growing demand for cyber advisers with government experience as Inspira expands consulting for corporate and public sector clients.
Redington partners with Vehere to boost India cyber reach
The tie-up gives Indian enterprises and public sector buyers broader access to AI-based threat detection as cyber risks rise across hybrid networks.
Qualys & Converge launch cyber cover tied to risk data
Businesses could see premiums better reflect live security posture as Qualys and Converge replace questionnaires with verified risk data.
Indian tech leaders call for resilient AI & marketing
Resilience, trust and local language support are emerging as the priorities as Indian founders and marketers push AI deeper into daily business needs.
Indian tech leaders urge responsible AI & stronger cyber
Worries over cyberattacks, bias and weak data systems are driving calls for AI rules that protect trust, jobs and security.
JFrog unveils Mumbai speaker line-up on AI software risks
Indian firms are moving to tighten software controls as AI agents and code generation raise new security and auditability risks.
Vehere appoints Somnath Banerjee to senior support role
The hire underscores how support quality can sway renewals and growth as cyber buyers demand help with deployment and integration.
KPMG survey says managed services vital for AI rollout
AI adoption is pushing firms to use external support to bridge skills gaps, modernise systems and reduce cyber risk as projects move into production.
Aptech & Medhavi Skills University sign training pact
Learners in India could gain easier access to industry-aligned credentials as the firms pair vocational courses with degree pathways and digital records.
Netskope launches Mumbai management plane for Indian data
Indian organisations get a local administrative data option as the Mumbai deployment keeps policies, logs and metadata inside the country.
QNu Labs quantum security passes fibre network test
The study suggests quantum-safe encryption could be deployed on existing telecom fibre without disrupting 10 Gbps data traffic.
OptiValue Tek wins government order for counter-UAV tech
The award gives the technology consultant an early foothold in India’s fast-growing counter-drone market as military demand rises.
Cyberscope joins Lunar Strategy in Web3 security push
Projects in Lunar Strategy’s network will now get earlier security checks, as Cyberscope moves into smart contract audits before token launches and expansion.
Financial firms' AI use raises data compliance risks
Regulated financial data made up 59% of generative AI policy breaches, as banks and insurers race to use the tools under tighter scrutiny.
Regulated data dominates AI breaches in finance sector
Managed AI tools are gaining ground in finance, yet regulated data still drives most policy breaches as staff mix personal and corporate accounts.
Cloud.in wins AWS MSP status in cloud services push
The badge could help the cloud unit win larger customers seeking tighter cost control, automation and security across AWS estates.
Blue Cloud wins Telangana Arogyasree healthcare order
Blue Cloud wins Telangana Arogyasree AI deal, deploying Access Genie for hospital surveillance, patient safety and workflow monitoring.
ABB, TCS deepen industrial AI & factory modernisation pact
ABB and TCS have expanded their industrial AI pact to modernise factories, upgrade IT, and explore new AI infrastructure in India.
Job Moves
Inspira Enterprise names Lt Gen Pant strategic adviser
Vehere appoints Somnath Banerjee to senior support role
Tata Communications names Siddhartha Mundra as CFO
Cloud.in names Vishal Dhanfule West India sales head
NetApp appoints Premalakshmi Ramakrishnan to lead India
Som Satsangi joins Vehere Board to boost cyber innovation
Vehere appoints Sanjay Bhardwaj as Managing Director for India & ASEAN
Westcon-Comstor names Manish Israni CTO for India & SAARC
Saviynt appoints Varma as India & SAARC Managing Director
