Archive · 2 Jul 2025
UST to Host Global Virtual Cybersecurity Event on August 23-24
Imagine a company called UST is putting on a big online event about cybersecurity.
This event, called GenCyS 2025, will show off their skills and teach people about using Artificial Intelligence to protect computers and data.
A fun part of it is a contest where people try to solve puzzles and find hidden codes to test their cybersecurity skills.
The winners get a prize and maybe even a job at UST!
If you're interested in cybersecurity, you can sign up before July 30th to participate.
UST is hosting a virtual cybersecurity conference, GenCyS 2025, on August 23 and 24.
The event will showcase UST's cybersecurity capabilities and AI innovation in the domain.
A Capture-The-Flag (CTF) competition will be held to identify cybersecurity talent from India.
The CTF competition registration is open until July 30, with an online preliminary round on August 2.
The CTF competition winners will receive a ₹7.5 lakh prize, including a cash prize and job opportunity.
- Who
- UST is the host, and participants are cybersecurity enthusiasts.
- What
- UST is hosting a global virtual cybersecurity conference and a Capture-The-Flag competition.
- When
- The conference and CTF grand finale are on August 23 and 24; CTF registration closes July 30.
- Where
- The CTF grand finale will be held on-site at the UST campus in Thiruvananthapuram.
- Why
- To showcase cybersecurity capabilities, advance AI innovation, and identify top talent.
- Event Name
- GenCyS 2025
- Host
- UST
- Event Type
- Virtual Cybersecurity Conference
- Dates
- August 23 and 24
- CTF Registration Deadline
- July 30
- CTF Prize Pool
- ₹7.5 lakh