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FutureCrime Summit 2026: Registrations to Open Soon for India’s Biggest Cybercrime Conference
India’s largest platform addressing cyber threats is set to return this year. The FutureCrime Summit 2026, organized by the Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF), will be held on August 6–7, 2026, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Center, New Delhi. Following the success of the 2025 edition, which drew over 1,800 delegates from law enforcement, defense, corporate security, academia, and legal circles, expectations are high for an even more impactful summit.
The event serves as a pivotal forum for discussions on emerging cyber risks, policy development, and capacity-building strategies. Backed by IIT Kanpur’s AIIDE initiative, FCRF consistently brings together experts at the forefront of India’s digital security landscape.
Expert Speakers and Thought Leaders
Previous editions featured an impressive lineup of national and international experts, including:
- Dr. VK Saraswat, Member, NITI Aayog & Former DG, DRDO
- Sivagami Sundari Nanda, IPS, Special Secretary (Internal Security), Ministry of Home Affairs
- Lt Gen MU Nair, National Cybersecurity Coordinator (NCSC)
- Dr. Pavan Duggal, Cyber Law Expert, Supreme Court of India
- Dr. Gulshan Rai, Former NCSC Coordinator & DG CERT-IN
These luminaries have led discussions on India’s evolving cyber threat landscape, institutional resilience, and legal challenges in digital investigations.
Key Themes and Focus Areas
The summit covers the latest developments in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and technology-driven crime prevention. Key topics include:
- Cybercrime threat intelligence and risk management
- Blockchain and cryptocurrency forensics
- Artificial intelligence in cybersecurity
- Data privacy and protection frameworks
- IoT and smart infrastructure security
- Cloud and mobile forensics
- Financial fraud and cybercrime prevention
- Global cybersecurity collaboration and policy alignment
Interactive panels and technical sessions offer a comprehensive view of challenges, strategies, and innovations shaping India’s digital security ecosystem.
Awards and Hands-On Learning
The FCRF Excellence Awards, presented during the summit, recognize outstanding contributions in cyber investigation, policy leadership, research, and public service.
Participants also benefit from live workshops and simulations covering digital evidence extraction, mobile forensics, AI-driven threat detection, breach response exercises, and cyber lab design. These immersive sessions enhance practical skills for law enforcement and corporate cybersecurity professionals alike.
Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities
With FutureCrime Summit 2026 expected to attract a wider audience of policymakers, cybersecurity leaders, and technology innovators, sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are now open.
Organizations specializing in cybersecurity solutions, legal-tech, forensics, AI, and threat intelligence can secure premium booths, branded workshops, demo zones, and speaking engagements. Interested parties can contact triveni@futurecrime.org for more details.
As cyber threats continue to escalate in complexity—from ransomware and financial fraud to AI-driven scams and international cyber espionage—the FutureCrime Summit 2026 remains a critical platform for shaping India’s cyber defense strategies.