IIITH organised a 5 Day National Workshop and Bootcamp on Cyber Security and Blockchain (NWBCSB 2025) from 1 to 5 March in hybrid mode. The aim of the workshop was to provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, including the technical challenges and strategies employed to mitigate threats. Participants gained a deeper understanding of how cybersecurity is managed in real-world scenarios, through hands-on experience of cyber security and blockchain technology. By exploring the nature of cybercrimes and prevention techniques, the workshop empowered the attendees with knowledge to combat these threats effectively by providing them hands-on experience.
These sessions covered real-world cybersecurity challenges, best practices, and defense mechanisms, enabling attendees to develop the technical skills required to combat modern cyber threats effectively.
The workshop featured expert-led discussions, live demonstrations, and industry case studies, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of cutting-edge cybersecurity measures. The workshop’s objective was to equip students, researchers, and professionals with the practical knowledge and experience needed to enhance cybersecurity awareness and resilience.
The objective of the workshop was to discuss and raise awareness about the following areas:
- Understand the Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape
- Discuss Real-World Cybersecurity Strategies
- Role of Blockchain in Cybersecurity
- Decentralization and Security
- To gain hands-on experience of cybersecurity and blockchain techniques
Themes and Sub -Themes
- Basics of cryptography in cyber security
- Fortifying Digital Frontiers: Advances in System and Network Security
- Securing the Future: The Rise of Post-Quantum Cryptography
- The Digital Battlefield: Combating Cybercrime in the 21st Century
- Blockchain Innovations: Revolutionizing Industries and Enhancing Security
- Decentralized Trust: Exploring the Mechanics of Distributed Blockchain Systems
- Securing Digital Finances: Emerging Trends in Fintech Cybersecurity
- Unified Blockchain Framework (UBF) and its applications
- The Role of Information Audit and Assurance
Homepage: https://nwbcsb2025.iiit.ac.in/
March 2025