The ISACA Bangalore Chapter successfully hosted its 28th Annual Karnataka Conference (AKC 2025) on August 8th and 9th, 2025. With a theme of “Resilience by Design: Embedding Security, Audit & Governance in AI-Driven Ecosystems,” the two-day event brought together more than 450 delegates, making it the largest conference in the chapter’s history.
The conference, held at the Taj MG Road in Bengaluru, featured a powerful lineup of thought leaders, government dignitaries, and industry experts. The agenda was designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI and cybersecurity.
The conference was inaugurated by special chief guests, Dr. E. Khalieraaj, Director of NCSRC, and Mr. Vadivelan Sankar, Co-Founder and CEO of Cyberium Labs Private Limited. Dr. Khalieraaj also released the special conference edition of the ISACA newsletter.
Key Highlights
- Expert Insights: Senior professionals from organizations like NeSL, CAG, DSCI, Deloitte, Google Cloud, Grant Thornton, and Shell delivered keynotes on a range of topics from law enforcement and AI governance to digital trust.
- Engaging Discussions: Panel discussions focused on critical themes, including “Architecting for Adversity—AI and malicious threats” and “Navigating the Regulatory Landscape—GRC & AI.”
- Talent Development: The conference recognized and celebrated mentors from Alliance University, highlighting ISACA Bangalore’s commitment to bridging the IT talent gap.
- Professional Growth: Attendees earned 14 CPE credits and had numerous opportunities for networking, visiting sponsor exhibitions, and participating in quizzes and contests.
“The 28th Edition of the Annual Karnataka Conference 2025 brought together thought leaders, industry, and academia to chart the path for resilient, AI-driven ecosystems with security, audit, and governance at the core,” said Deepak Bhaskaran, Vice President and Conference Chair of the ISACA Bangalore Chapter.
Adding to the sentiment, Ms. Vijayavanitha S, President of the ISACA Bangalore Chapter, welcomed delegates to the record-setting event.
The event also included an awards ceremony to recognize top performers in recent ISACA Certification exams and winners of the white paper contest. The conference’s success was greatly supported by its sponsors, who showcased insightful and engaging stalls for all attendees.
