c0c0n 2025: Registration open for India’s biggest cybersecurity gathering in Kochi

Registration is now open for c0c0n 2025, India’s biggest and most reputed cybersecurity conference, set to take place on October 10 and 11, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt, Bolgatty in Kochi.

In the run-up to the main event, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in specialised hands-on training sessions led by international cybersecurity experts. These workshops, scheduled for October 7, 8, and 9, will provide practical exposure to cutting-edge cyber defence strategies.

To register, click here.

Focus on new-age threats and security challenges

As the digital landscape faces rising dangers from AI-powered cyberattacks, ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS), state-backed hacking operations, and deepfake manipulation, c0c0n 2025 aims to explore the latest challenges shaping cybersecurity and digital trust.

Key discussion areas include

AI and Cybersecurity: The dual role of AI as both a tool for cybercriminals—enabling phishing, malware development, and online fraud—and as a defence mechanism.

Ransomware evolution: The growth of large-scale RaaS groups targeting governments, healthcare systems, and major enterprises.

Quantum computing risks: How the rise of quantum decryption could undermine current encryption models.

Deepfakes and information warfare: Addressing the dangers of AI-generated misinformation in politics, finance, and public stability.

Cloud and IoT security: Identifying security flaws in 5G networks, smart cities, and connected devices.

Supply chain attacks: Examining global breaches where cybercriminals exploited vendors to penetrate sensitive infrastructure.

Digital forensics and incident response: Enhancing rapid detection, attribution, and law enforcement collaboration during cyber incidents.

Who should attend?

The conference is aimed at a wide audience, including cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, CISOs, CIOs, and IT leaders from both corporate and government sectors. It also welcomes members of law enforcement and digital investigation agencies, along with researchers, academics, and students specialising in cybersecurity. In addition, technology enthusiasts with an interest in the future of digital protection will find the sessions highly relevant.

Global collaboration

c0c0n 2025 will host renowned cybersecurity specialists, ethical hackers, and officials from investigative agencies worldwide, who will present real-world case studies, share insights on emerging technologies, and discuss collective approaches to strengthening cyber resilience.