IdentityShield Summit 2025 in Pune: A Celebration of Cybersecurity Excellence

IdentityShield Summit 2025 in Pune: A Celebration of Cybersecurity Excellence
miniOrange, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, played host to the highly anticipated IdentityShield Summit ‘25 on January 11th and 12th in Pune, India. The event brought together 1,500+ attendees, including students, professionals, and industry experts from across the country.
Inspiring Keynote Sessions
The conference opened with a series of impactful keynotes delivered by leading cybersecurity experts. Mr. Anirban Mukherji, Founder and CEO of miniOrange, set the stage for the event. He was followed by Mr. Raj Sabhlok, Operating Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners and former Zoho President, who joined via livestream from the San Francisco Bay Area.
Mr. Akash Sureka, Strategic Advisor and Ex-MD of JP Morgan, shared his expertise next, followed by Mr. Abhishek Mukherji, CTO of Centific. The final keynote was delivered by Mr. Vinayak Godse, CEO of the Data Security Council of India (DSCI).
Each speaker brought their unique insights and experiences, creating an engaging and thought-provoking start to the conference.
Session and Expo Highlights
Over the two days, participants engaged in more than 60 informative sessions led by 40+ cybersecurity experts. The expo floor featured 20 interactive booths showcasing state-of-the-art cybersecurity solutions, drawing enthusiastic crowds eager to explore innovative tools and technologies.
Celebrating Innovations
The Innovation Sandbox was one of the event highlights, celebrating groundbreaking projects with significant prizes. The ₹3,00,000 grand prize was awarded to the “Database Shield” team, led by Aditya Kumar, Ravindra Jangid, and Mohak Bansal. Runner-up prizes of ₹1,00,000 each recognized exceptional projects in digital forensics and granular access control, highlighting the spirit of creativity and technical excellence.
Special Recognition for Societal Impact
Anirban Mukherji, Founder and CEO of miniOrange, presented a ₹5,00,000 special award to Team ‘Collectively Curious’ from Nutan Maharashtra Institute of Engineering & Technology. Their project, EQ Play: Empowering Equality Through Interactive Learning, showcased the transformative power of technology in driving social change.
A Resounding Success
The IdentityShield Summit ‘25 successfully united the cybersecurity community, highlighting innovation and collaboration in the age of AI.
For more information, visit: https://identityshield.miniorange.com/