https://forum.defcon.org/ DEF CON Groups en Wed, 13 May 2026 21:36:54 GMT vBulletin 60 https://forum.defcon.org/images/misc/rss.png https://forum.defcon.org/ https://forum.defcon.org/node/255691 Sun, 10 May 2026 01:56:13 GMT Attention Space Coast hackers, security pros, and curious minds! 🚨

DCG321 is back this Wednesday, May 13th at 6:30PM — and this month's topic is one that keeps IT teams up at night: Ransomware. 💀🔐

We're talking real-world attacks, how they work, and — more importantly — how to make sure YOU'RE not the next headline. Whether you've dealt with ransomware firsthand or just want to know what all the fuss is about, this is the talk for you.

Here's the deal:
✅ Great presentation on a hot topic
✅ Friendly, welcoming community
✅ Zero judgment if you've ever clicked a suspicious link (we've all been there 😬)
✅ Good conversation with local security folks

Come for the knowledge, stay for the banter. All skill levels welcome — from total beginners to seasoned pros.

👉 RSVP here: https://www.meetup.com/spacecoastsec/events/313526413

See you Wednesday! Don't let the ransomware gangs have all the fun. 😄]]> DCG Space Coast SiliconOddity https://forum.defcon.org/node/255691 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255675 Sun, 03 May 2026 16:49:10 GMT DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Syed Shariq Muhammad as our new Executive Member , a distinguished IT executive, transformation strategist, and security thought leader with over 20+ years of experience driving innovation across industries. Currently serving at Arcana Info, Syed Shariq... DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Syed Shariq Muhammad as our new Executive Member , a distinguished IT executive, transformation strategist, and security thought leader with over 20+ years of experience driving innovation across industries.

Currently serving at Arcana Info, Syed Shariq Muhammad has earned recognition for delivering impactful solutions in digital transformation, enterprise automation, and advanced security frameworks, along with receiving multiple awards in the domains of Digital Transformation and Security Portfolio Leadership.

What makes his leadership stand out is the rare ability to combine:
🔹 Technical mastery
🔹 Strategic business alignment
🔹 Security-driven innovation
🔹 Enterprise resilience

With extensive international experience across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa, he has successfully led projects through both on-site and remote execution models, helping organizations achieve scalability, adaptability, and long-term operational value.

But beyond titles and achievements, Syed Shariq Muhammad represents a mindset that DEFCON Group Karachi strongly believes in:
💡 Technology must not only innovate , it must also protect, empower, and sustain.

His induction as Executive Member further strengthens DEFCON Group Karachi’s mission to unite leaders shaping the future of:
⚡ Cybersecurity
⚡ Enterprise Technology
⚡ Digital Transformation
⚡ Strategic Innovation

As our ecosystem continues to grow, so does our commitment to building a platform where industry leaders, innovators, and technology visionaries collaborate to create meaningful impact.
⚡ Innovation meets resilience.
⚡ Strategy meets execution.
⚡ Leadership meets impact.

Welcome, Syed Shariq Muhammad, to DEFCON Group Karachi.

#DEFCONKarachi #ExecutiveLeadership #DigitalTransformation
cybersecurity #EnterpriseTechnology #StrategicInnovation

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With a strong passion for building secure, scalable, and future-ready systems, he represents the kind of leadership that ensures technology is not just operational — but strategically aligned with business continuity and long-term growth.

In today’s evolving threat landscape, organizations need leaders who can protect, stabilize, and transform — and that’s exactly the caliber being added to our growing ecosystem.

💡 At DEFCON Group Karachi, we continue to bring together professionals who understand that cybersecurity, infrastructure, and resilience are the backbone of modern digital enterprises.

⚡ Stronger systems.
⚡ Smarter security.
⚡ Future-ready leadership.

Welcome to DEFCON Group Karachi where impact-driven leaders connect and build what’s next.

#DEFCONKarachi #ExecutiveMember cybersecurity
#DigitalTransformation #ITLeadership #Resilience
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]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255655 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255639 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:36:17 GMT In today’s world, the future of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence is not just about innovation, it is about responsibility, research, and inclusive leadership. At DEFCON Group Karachi, we are building that future through “SheLeads Cyber” — our Women Wing, a platform designed to bring... In today’s world, the future of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence is not just about innovation, it is about responsibility, research, and inclusive leadership.

At DEFCON Group Karachi, we are building that future through “SheLeads Cyber” — our Women Wing, a platform designed to bring forward academicians, researchers, technologists, and cyber leaders who are shaping the next era of intelligent and secure systems.

And today, we proudly welcome a remarkable addition to this mission.

🌟 Dr. Umm-e-Laila joins DEFCON Group Karachi – Women Wing (SheLeads Cyber) as Senior Executive Member.

A distinguished academician, researcher, author, and Postdoctoral Scholar with over 20+ years of experience, Dr. Umm-e-Laila represents the powerful intersection of AI innovation and cybersecurity excellence.

Her expertise spans across:
🔹 Machine Learning & Deep Learning
🔹 Data Analytics & Intelligent Systems
🔹 IoT & Secure Architectures
🔹 Cybersecurity Frameworks & AI-driven Decision Systems

With 40+ research publications and impactful books on Generative AI and AI integration, her contributions are not just academic — they are shaping how technology is applied, secured, and scaled in the real world.

Her work in AI-driven healthcare, secure IoT ecosystems, and data-centric intelligence reflects a deep commitment to building ethical, secure, and future-ready digital systems.

🏆 Recognized as a Future Leader Award 2026 recipient, she continues to inspire a new generation of researchers, engineers, and cybersecurity professionals, strengthening Pakistan’s position in the global AI and cyber domain.

💠 With her induction, SheLeads Cyber evolves into more than a community, it becomes a knowledge-driven powerhouse.

A space where:
⚡ Research meets real-world impact
⚡ AI meets cybersecurity
⚡ Women lead the future of intelligent systems

💡 For academia, industry, and technology partners — DEFCON Group Karachi is building a credible, research-backed, and impact-driven ecosystem where collaboration creates real value for Pakistan’s digital future.

⚡ The Wing is rising.
⚡ Knowledge is powering leadership.
⚡ The future is being secured intelligently.

Welcome, Dr. Umm-e-Laila — to DEFCON Group Karachi.

#DEFCONKarachi #WomenInAI #WomenInCybersecurity
#ResearchLeadership #ResponsibleAI #DigitalPakistan
#TheVertex

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With over 24 years of excellence across Pakistan’s financial and insurance sectors, Sohail Siddiqui stands out as a leader who has consistently driven IT infrastructure innovation, cybersecurity maturity, and large-scale digital transformation.

From his early contributions at Investment Corporation of Pakistan to key leadership roles at National Asset Management Company, Lakson Investments, Taurus Securities, and Askari Life Assurance, his journey reflects deep domain expertise, execution excellence, and governance-driven leadership.

Transformation Highlights that Define Impact:
✔️ Built a Core ERP for Askari Life within 2 years , a landmark achievement in Pakistan’s insurance sector
✔️ Implemented enterprise-grade cybersecurity frameworks aligned with SECP standards (SIEM, MFA, DLP, WAF, Next-Gen Firewalls)
✔️ Enabled critical integrations with NADRA, CDC, NCCPL
✔️ Designed BCP & DR strategies ensuring 99.99% uptime

Backed by globally recognized credentials (CEH, CISM) and advanced training across OSCP, CISSP, ISO 27001, and Oracle DB Security, he brings a rare blend of technical depth and strategic foresight.

💡 Why This Matters for DEFCON Group Karachi
At DEFCON Karachi, we are not just building a community, we are building a high-impact ecosystem where cybersecurity, enterprise technology, governance, and innovation converge.

The addition of leaders like Sohail Siddiqui reflects our commitment to:
🔹 Strengthening industry collaboration
🔹 Driving real-world cybersecurity maturity
🔹 Connecting enterprise leaders with the hacker & research community
🔹 Creating a platform that delivers value, credibility, and influence

For organizations, partners, and sponsors, this is where serious conversations, strategic alignment, and future-ready collaboration happen.

⚡ Welcome, Sohail Siddiqui — to DEFCON Group Karachi. Where experience meets impact, and leadership shapes the future.

#DEFCONKarachi #ExecutiveLeadership cybersecurity
#DigitalTransformation #GRC #EnterpriseSecurity
#StrategicLeadership #TechEcosystem
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]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255632 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255618 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:32:42 GMT I am near to Manchester and this would be my best chance of meeting up with Defcon folks. I am a software engineer of 20 years experience who is trying to transition into cyber security at the moment. Let me know if anyone still reads this. Thanks.
I am a software engineer of 20 years experience who is trying to transition into cyber security at the moment.

Let me know if anyone still reads this. Thanks.]]> DC44161 Manchester, UK planetwords https://forum.defcon.org/node/255618 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255617 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:31:32 GMT April 25th 2026 DCG518 goes live info https://www.reddit.com/r/Defcon/comments/1smpyam/defcon_group_dcg518_presenting_making_honey_out/ :skullblack: More information about our group and future events on our site https://dc518.github.io More information about our group and future events on our site https://dc518.github.io]]> DCG Albany knightrider007 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255617 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255607 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:05:14 GMT
April 18th 3:30 - 5:00 pm @ the Main Goodwood Library in Baton Rouge - Room 2A (upstairs)

Come hang out at the library and we'll go over some recent breaches and security news together. 💻💻🧙‍♂️🧙‍♂️

more info:
- https://defcon225.org/
- https://x.com/defcon225]]> DC225 Baton Rouge, Louisiana USA m4j0r https://forum.defcon.org/node/255607 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255587 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:23:30 GMT DCG Coimbatore (DCG91422) – CTF & Conference | April 17–18, 2026

Hello everyone,

We are hosting a two-day DCG Coimbatore event featuring a hands-on Capture The Flag (CTF) and a full-day cybersecurity conference in Coimbatore, India.

This is a large-scale, community-driven initiative bringing together 2000+ cybersecurity professionals, including 100+ CISOs, security leaders, researchers, and practitioners from across the country.

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CTF – April 17, 2026

A practical, challenge-driven CTF designed to simulate real-world security scenarios across:

• Web Exploitation
• Reverse Engineering
• Crypto
• OSINT
• AI Security
• Forensics

Prizes:

• ₹30,000 – 1st place
• ₹15,000 – 2nd place
• ₹7,500 – 3rd place
• ₹5,000 – 4th place
• ₹2,500 – 5th place

Additional benefits:

• Internship and placement opportunities for top-performing teams
• Exposure to real-world problem-solving and industry-level challenges

CTF Registration:
https://forms.gle/gmqJkDqt8EiVs5E37 - ( Registration Closed )

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Conference – April 18, 2026
A full-day cybersecurity conference featuring:

• CISOs and senior security leaders
• Industry experts and practitioners
• Panel discussions and technical sessions

Key focus areas include:

• AI in cybersecurity
• Evolving threat landscape
• Risk, governance, and compliance
• Real-world defense strategies and case studies

Conference Registration:
https://forms.gle/RVrfUg5TSvwHJ7w87

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Venue:

Kumaraguru College of Technology
Athipalayam Road, Chinnavedampatti
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – 641035

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About the Event

This initiative is supported by a strong ecosystem of industry partners, academic institutions, and cybersecurity communities. The event is focused on enabling hands-on learning, meaningful networking, and knowledge sharing between professionals and aspiring talent.

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More Information

https://linktr.ee/DCGCoimbatore - DCG Coimbatore / dcg91422

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We look forward to welcoming the community to DCG91422 and building a strong, collaborative cybersecurity ecosystem.
]]> DCG Coimbatore Subash_19 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255587 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255586 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:30:15 GMT 🚀💻 Join DCG321 this Wed (4/8) @ 6:30PM at EFSC Melbourne! Whether you’re a pro or a newbie, come for the talk and stay for the banter. No phishing, no firewalls, just cool people. 💻🚀 RSVP: https://www.meetup.com/spacecoastsec/events/313526407
RSVP: https://www.meetup.com/spacecoastsec/events/313526407]]> DCG Space Coast SiliconOddity https://forum.defcon.org/node/255586 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255585 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:47:51 GMT Hey everyone! I am new to the group so I am just saying hey! I attended back at Defcon 22 and then again last year and I am attending again this year. I am not much on the operational side of the house as I am from the managerial side. I attend so I can see methods, techniques, ask questions,... Hey everyone! I am new to the group so I am just saying hey! I attended back at Defcon 22 and then again last year and I am attending again this year. I am not much on the operational side of the house as I am from the managerial side. I attend so I can see methods, techniques, ask questions, etc. to see what is possible, how to try and minimize exposure or mitigate an issue and update policies to reflect changes. I just wanted to introduce myself, say hey, see who all is going! DCG Eugene lveitch https://forum.defcon.org/node/255585 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255578 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:08:24 GMT DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Syed Raheel Ahmed, a seasoned IT Infrastructure & Operations leader as our new Executive Member , a professional with 20+ years of experience in building, securing, and scaling enterprise technology environments.

With deep expertise across data centers, network engineering, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, smart building ICT ecosystems, enterprise systems, telecommunications, and AI-driven analytics platforms, he represents the kind of leadership that turns technology into real business value.

Armed with international exposure through a Master’s from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia, and professional experience as a Telecom & Network Service Analyst at ABN AMRO Bank, Sydney, he brings a strong foundation in mission-critical operations, regulated enterprise environments, and global ICT service standards.

What truly sets him apart is his ability to transform ICT from a support function into a strategic business enabler , driving operational excellence, strengthening security posture, improving service delivery, and enabling future-ready digital ecosystems.

From high-availability networks and integrated security systems to digital transformation and smart infrastructure deployments, his work reflects execution, resilience, and long-term impact.

💡 His induction as Executive Member strengthens DEFCON Group Karachi’s mission to bring together leaders who understand that cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, AI, and business continuity must work as one unified ecosystem.

⚡ This is not just technology leadership.
⚡ This is infrastructure with vision.
⚡ This is execution with impact.

Welcome to DEFCON Group Karachi, where serious builders of the future converge.

#DEFCONKarachi #ExecutiveLeadership #DigitalTransformation
cybersecurity #CloudInfrastructure #SmartTechnology
#ICTLeadership
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𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝘄𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

🌟 Sadaf Bhatti joins DEFCON Group Karachi – Women Wing (SheLeads Cyber) as Senior Executive Member.

A distinguished educationist and national innovator, Sadaf Bhatti is 𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻’𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝗟𝗮𝗱𝘆, 𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆. 𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆-𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

She also serves as 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗣𝗖𝗖𝗜, where she actively contributes to shaping policy discussions around education modernization, digital learning ecosystems, and innovation-led growth for Pakistan.

𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘳𝘰𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴, 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘗𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯’𝘴 𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘤𝘺𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘥𝘦𝘧𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴.

💠 With her induction, The wing continues to expand as a powerful ecosystem where women innovators, educators, technologists, and cybersecurity leaders collaborate to shape Pakistan’s digital future.

This is not just a community.
This is a movement for the next generation of digital leadership.

⚡ 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.
⚡ 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆.
⚡ 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀.

Welcome Sadaf Bhatti to DEFCON Group Karachi where vision turns into impact.

#DEFCONKarachi #WomenInCybersecurity #WomenInTech
#STEMEducation #Robotics #DigitalPakistan
#TheVertex
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]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255516 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255502 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:20:43 GMT Our next monthly meetup is this Wednesday, 3/11, at 6:30PM in the CITE building on the EFSC Melbourne campus. RSVP - https://www.meetup.com/spacecoastsec/events/312454533 #buildingcommunity spacecoast #brevard infosec cybersecurity spacecoast #brevard infosec cybersecurity ]]> DCG Space Coast SiliconOddity https://forum.defcon.org/node/255502 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255487 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:29:53 GMT Around the world, the number of women shaping the future of technology, cybersecurity, and digital policy is still far below its true potential. At DEFCON Group Karachi, we believe the future must be inclusive, bold, and leadership-driven. That is why we launched SheLeads Cyber — Women Wing of... Around the world, the number of women shaping the future of technology, cybersecurity, and digital policy is still far below its true potential. At DEFCON Group Karachi, we believe the future must be inclusive, bold, and leadership-driven.

That is why we launched SheLeads Cyber — Women Wing of DEFCON Group Karachi , a powerful platform dedicated to elevating women leaders in technology, cybersecurity, AI, policy, and digital innovation.

Today, The Vertex grows even stronger.

🔥 DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Dr. Sonia Saleem as Senior Executive Member – Women Wing (SheLeads Cyber).

Dr. Sonia Saleem is a dynamic technology leader, entrepreneur, and policy advocate serving as Founder & CEO of Socio Engineering Technologies. She also contributes to Pakistan’s digital ecosystem as a Central Executive Committee Member of P@SHA and as Focal Person for the Prime Minister’s Youth Program (EdTech, Skills & Employability).

Her leadership journey reflects a deep commitment to technology-driven empowerment, youth development, and digital capacity building. As Former Senior Vice President of IWCCI, she has played a key role in advancing women’s leadership and entrepreneurship within Pakistan’s technology and business sectors.

Dr. Sonia represents the spirit of innovation with purpose — where technology is used to create opportunity, strengthen institutions, and empower the next generation of digital leaders.

💠 With her induction, The Wing continues its mission to build a powerful ecosystem where women innovators, cybersecurity professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers collaborate to shape Pakistan’s digital future.

• This is not just representation.
• This is leadership in action.
• This is technology empowering society.

⚡ The Vertex is growing.
⚡ Women leadership in cyber and technology is rising.
⚡ DEFCON Karachi continues to build a platform where ideas, talent, and impact converge.

Welcome Dr. Sonia Saleem to DEFCON Group Karachi where leadership meets purpose.

#DEFCONKarachi #WomenInTech #WomenInCybersecurity
#DigitalPakistan #TechLeadership #TheVertex

Dr. Sonia Saleem Poster.jpg]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255487 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255476 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:34:52 GMT March 14th 2026 DCG518 goes live info https://www.reddit.com/r/Defcon/comments/1rk875j/defcon_group_dcg518_presenting_recon_as_a_graph/ March 14th 2026 DCG518 goes live info https://www.reddit.com/r/Defcon/comments/1rk875j/defcon_group_dcg518_presenting_recon_as_a_graph/]]> DCG Albany knightrider007 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255476 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255471 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:37:13 GMT https://linktr.ee/DefconCoimbatore - Everyone Can use this Linktree link to join all DEFCON social media platforms. https://linktr.ee/DefconCoimbatore - Everyone Can use this Linktree link to join all DEFCON social media platforms. DCG Coimbatore Subash_19 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255471 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255464 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:56:03 GMT DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Faisal Amir as our new Executive Member — a visionary technology leader with cross-industry and international experience spanning ICT, petrochemicals, FMCG, fertilizer, and automotive sectors. Faisal is not just an IT leader, he is a strategy executor who... DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Faisal Amir as our new Executive Member — a visionary technology leader with cross-industry and international experience spanning ICT, petrochemicals, FMCG, fertilizer, and automotive sectors.

Faisal is not just an IT leader, he is a strategy executor who aligns technology with business vision to deliver measurable transformation, resilience, and operational excellence.

From establishing and leading enterprise ICT functions to rolling out large-scale digitalization strategies integrating BI and AI, his leadership reflects structured execution at scale.

His transformation portfolio includes:
🔹 Multiple SAP ECC implementations
🔹 Greenfield S/4HANA deployment with IS-OIL, ARIBA, SuccessFactors & SAC Planning
🔹 Implementation of ISO 27001, ITIL frameworks
🔹 Establishment of SOC & NOC environments
🔹 Enterprise-wide digital modernization across Europe & Pakistan

At DEFCON Group Karachi, we are committed to bringing together leaders who understand that cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, governance, and AI-driven intelligence must operate as one integrated ecosystem.

Faisal Amir’s induction as Executive Member strengthens our mission to build a future-ready, secure, and strategically aligned digital Pakistan.

⚡ Strategy meets execution.
⚡ Governance meets innovation.
⚡ Leadership meets impact.

Welcome to DEFCON Group Karachi — where serious transformation leaders converge.

#DEFCONKarachi #ExecutiveLeadership #DigitalTransformation
cybersecurity #EnterpriseArchitecture #SAP
#StrategicLeadership
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]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255464 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255457 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:09:02 GMT https://www.meetup.com/dc608madison/events/313500270/ https://www.meetup.com/dc608madison/events/313500270/ DCG Madison TheL0singEdge https://forum.defcon.org/node/255457 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255454 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:14:31 GMT In a world where Artificial Intelligence is reshaping power structures, economies, and national security, one truth is clear: The future of cybersecurity and AI must be inclusive, ethical, and human-centered. With this vision, DEFCON Group Karachi’s Women Wing – “SheLeads Cyber” is not just a... In a world where Artificial Intelligence is reshaping power structures, economies, and national security, one truth is clear:

The future of cybersecurity and AI must be inclusive, ethical, and human-centered.

With this vision, DEFCON Group Karachi’s Women Wing – “SheLeads Cyber” is not just a platform — it is a strategic movement designed to amplify women leadership in AI, cybersecurity, digital safety, and responsible innovation.

And today, we proudly welcome a transformational force.

🌟 Dr. Momina Moetesum joins DEFCON Group Karachi – Women Wing (SheLeads Cyber) as Senior Executive Member.

Serves as Head of the Software Engineering Department at SEECS, NUST, and is the Co-Founder of Digital Intellix-4PL, a hybrid intelligence consulting firm advancing digital transformation, AI, and sustainable development.

An active contributor to global AI ethics and governance communities — including Women in AI (WAI), International Association for Safe and Ethical AI (IASEAI), and International Association for Pattern Recognition (IAPR) — she represents the intersection of:

🔹 Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Systems
🔹 AI Security & Risk Safeguards
🔹 Human-AI Collaboration
🔹 Ethical & Responsible Innovation
🔹 Law, Policy & Engineering Convergence

Her work in AI for sustainable development, digital capacity building, and advisory contributions to initiatives such as the ITU Smart Village program reflects global credibility with national impact.

💠 With her induction, The Vertex strengthens its mission to build a secure, ethical, and future-ready AI & cybersecurity ecosystem in Pakistan — where innovation protects human rights and technology empowers society.

• This is not symbolic representation.
• This is strategic leadership.
• This is responsible AI in action.

To industry leaders, academia, policymakers, and technology partners —
DEFCON Group Karachi is building a serious platform where AI security, digital sovereignty, ethical governance, and women leadership converge.

⚡ The Vertex is growing.
⚡ The ecosystem is evolving.
⚡ The future is being engineered responsibly.

Welcome, Dr. Momina Moetesum — to the forefront of ethical AI and cybersecurity leadership.

#DEFCONKarachi #WomenInAI #WomenInCybersecurity
#ResponsibleAI #DigitalSafety #AILeadership
#TheVertex
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]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255454 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255437 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:38:03 GMT Globally, women remain underrepresented in technology and especially in cybersecurity. We believe that talent has no gender. Leadership has no barrier. Impact has no limitation. With this conviction, DEFCON Group Karachi proudly launches its 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗴 – “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿” , a dedicated... Globally, women remain underrepresented in technology and especially in cybersecurity. We believe that talent has no gender. Leadership has no barrier. Impact has no limitation.

With this conviction, DEFCON Group Karachi proudly launches its 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗴 – “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿” , a dedicated platform designed to empower, elevate, and accelerate women leaders in cybersecurity, AI, technology, policy, and digital governance.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻:
🔹 𝘊𝘺𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯
🔹 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺 & 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘶𝘦
🔹 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 & 𝘥𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘨𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦
🔹 𝘔𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵

And today, we proudly announce a powerful addition to this mission.
🔥 Zubaida Abbasi joins DEFCON Group Karachi as 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 – 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿).

𝗔 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬+ 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵, 𝗭𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗶𝗱𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗮 𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳:
▪ 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵
▪ 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩-𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘤𝘰𝘭 & 𝘦𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯
▪ 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 & 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘤𝘺
▪ 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘯 & 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵
▪ 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 & 𝘨𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺

𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘵 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘵 (𝘕𝘋𝘔𝘈) 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘥𝘦𝘧𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘪𝘳𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘩, 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵. 𝘏𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴, 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺-𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺-𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘊𝘺𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮 𝘪𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯.


DEFCON Karachi is building that future - responsibly and strategically.

⚡ This is empowerment with structure.
⚡ This is leadership with purpose.
⚡ This is DEFCON Karachi setting a new benchmark.

Welcome to the SheLeads Cyber.
Welcome to the movement.
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]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255437 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255425 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:31:14 GMT DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Shahid Shiraz — Global CIO Award 2025 recipient, technology leader, digital transformation strategist, and entrepreneur — as our new Executive Member. With over 20+ years of leadership experience across enterprise software, AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and... DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Shahid Shiraz — Global CIO Award 2025 recipient, technology leader, digital transformation strategist, and entrepreneur — as our new Executive Member.

With over 20+ years of leadership experience across enterprise software, AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and large-scale modernization, Shahid represents a rare caliber of executive excellence — where vision converts into execution and strategy delivers measurable business outcomes.

From spearheading AI-driven, locally built platforms that strengthen Pakistan’s digital sovereignty and reduce reliance on imported software, to leading mission critical ERP and enterprise transformations across Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, and Oracle ecosystems, his work has empowered organizations across healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and enterprise IT at scale.

• He doesn’t just implement systems.
• He builds resilient, future-ready technology enterprises.
• He doesn’t lead by title.
• He leads by impact, delivery, and measurable results.

His induction as Executive Member significantly strengthens DEFCON Group Karachi’s mission to align cybersecurity, AI, enterprise transformation, and national digital resilience under one forward-thinking ecosystem.

💡 For organizations, innovators, and strategic partners looking to engage with a serious, execution-driven tech community — DEFCON Group Karachi continues to emerge as a powerful convergence point of leadership and transformation.

⚡ The ecosystem just got stronger.
⚡ The vision just expanded.
⚡ The execution just leveled up.

Welcome, Shahid Shiraz , to the frontlines of future-ready leadership.

#DEFCONKarachi #ExecutiveLeadership #DigitalTransformation
cybersecurity #AI #TechLeadership
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]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255425 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255420 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:09:07 GMT 86020 logo 86020 logo DC86020 Tianhe District, China akast https://forum.defcon.org/node/255420 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255397 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 01:25:48 GMT The Saturday, February 21st 2026 DCG518 goes live, more info https://www.reddit.com/r/Defcon/comments/1qyvb4h/defcon_group_dcg518_presenting_never_break_the/ The Saturday, February 21st 2026 DCG518 goes live, more info https://www.reddit.com/r/Defcon/comments/1qyvb4h/defcon_group_dcg518_presenting_never_break_the/ DCG Albany knightrider007 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255397 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255384 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:39:29 GMT Boa noite novos colegas, cheguei aqui de paraquedas e estou finalmente me dedicando nesse lado que sempre gostei, minha história é classica, comecei jogando aos 4 e hoje estou no curso de ciência da computação, mas nao existem matérias ou professores interessados na área do red team, então venho... Boa noite novos colegas, cheguei aqui de paraquedas e estou finalmente me dedicando nesse lado que sempre gostei, minha história é classica, comecei jogando aos 4 e hoje estou no curso de ciência da computação, mas nao existem matérias ou professores interessados na área do red team, então venho por meio deste para que possamos iniciar contato para que possamos dispor nosso tempo com foco em aprendizado, principalmente na situação política e economica que nos encontramos no momento. DCG5585 - Fortaleza, Brazil n0b0dy1n51d3 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255384 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255367 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:40:45 GMT https://www.meetup.com/dc608madison/events/312856578 https://www.meetup.com/dc608madison/events/312856578 DCG Madison TheL0singEdge https://forum.defcon.org/node/255367 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255327 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:12:19 GMT ⚡ DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Faisal Khan as an Honorary Advisor , a globally recognized cybersecurity leader known for turning strategy into strength and risk into resilience. With deep expertise spanning information security, cyber risk management, and regulatory compliance, Faisal... ⚡ DEFCON Group Karachi proudly welcomes Faisal Khan as an Honorary Advisor , a globally recognized cybersecurity leader known for turning strategy into strength and risk into resilience.

With deep expertise spanning information security, cyber risk management, and regulatory compliance, Faisal has successfully led enterprise-wide security programs across complex public and private sector environments. His work reflects clarity of vision, execution excellence, and governance-driven security leadership.

🏆 Recognized among the Top 100 Cybersecurity Leaders in the Middle East, Faisal has played a pivotal role in organizations earning cybersecurity leadership and risk management excellence awards , a testament to his impact at the highest levels.

Beyond the boardroom, Faisal is a mentor, speaker, and thought leader, consistently shaping conversations on security governance, regulatory alignment, and building resilient security cultures across industries and regions.

💥 His induction strengthens DEFCON Group Karachi’s mission to elevate cybersecurity maturity, empower future leaders, and connect global expertise with Pakistan’s growing cyber ecosystem.

⚡ This is leadership. This is vision. This is DEFCON Karachi moving forward — stronger than ever.
Faisal Khan - Poster.jpg]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255327 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255321 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:35:04 GMT We are honored to announce a Strategic Community Partnership between DEFCON Group Karachi (https://www.linkedin.com/company/dc9221/) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 Pakistan Information Security Association (PISA) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/pakistan-information-security-association-pisa-/).🇵🇰 This partnership... We are honored to announce a Strategic Community Partnership between
DEFCON Group Karachi 𝗮𝗻𝗱 Pakistan Information Security Association (PISA).🇵🇰

This partnership reflects the 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻’𝘀 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

🌟 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁:
🔹 Qazi Nauman Mujahid – 𝗖𝗼-𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿, 𝗗𝗘𝗙𝗖𝗢𝗡 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶
A passionate community builder, consistently driving initiatives focused on cyber awareness, industry engagement, and youth enablement across Pakistan.
🔹 Amna Shariq Siddiqui – 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗗𝗘𝗙𝗖𝗢𝗡 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶
A strong advocate for inclusive leadership, diversity, and professional growth, ensuring that talent from all backgrounds finds opportunity and direction in cybersecurity.
🔹 Ammar Jaffri – 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗔)
A nationally respected cybersecurity leader whose efforts continue to strengthen policy dialogue, professional standards, and national cyber resilience for Pakistan.

🚀 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻 & 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵:
✔ Unified leadership working toward a safer digital Pakistan
✔ New learning, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for students
✔ Stronger bridges between community, industry & national institutions
✔ A credible platform for sponsors & partners to create meaningful impact

🚀 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘂𝗽:
🔹 New opportunities for students & young professionals
🔹 Greater engagement for cybersecurity & technology leaders
🔹 A trusted platform for sponsors, brands & marketing partners to create real impact
🔹 Meaningful collaboration for government & national institutions

𝗔𝘁 𝗗𝗘𝗙𝗖𝗢𝗡 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶, 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲:
💡 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴.
💡 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦.
💡 𝘊𝘺𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺.

🔥 𝗧𝗼 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀 & 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀:
If you want visibility, credibility, talent access, and national-level impact — this is where it starts.

🔥 𝗧𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵:
Bigger platforms, stronger networks, and real opportunities are coming your way.

𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝗗𝗖𝗚 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶 × 𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗔 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀, 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻 — 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿
]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255321 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255319 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:29:19 GMT DEFCON Group Karachi continues to shape the cybersecurity narrative of Pakistan by bridging industry leadership, academia, and the next generation of cyber defenders. Recently, our leadership team conducted an impactful session at Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari, Karachi, focused on: ... DEFCON Group Karachi continues to shape the cybersecurity narrative of Pakistan by bridging industry leadership, academia, and the next generation of cyber defenders.

Recently, our leadership team conducted an impactful session at Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari, Karachi, focused on:

🔹 AI & Automation in Cybersecurity
🔹 Future-ready security careers
🔹 How intelligent security is redefining digital trust

This session was led by the leadership of DEFCON Group Karachi:

🔐 Tabish Ali – Chapter Leader, DEFCON Group Karachi
🔐 Qazi Nauman Mujahid – Co-Chapter Leader, DEFCON Group Karachi
🔐 Amna Shariq Siddiqui – Director Community & Inclusion, DEFCON Group Karachi

What made this session special was not just the technology discussion — but the energy, clarity of vision, and commitment to community building.
We don’t just talk about cybersecurity — we build leaders, enable ecosystems, and inspire responsibility.

💡 To our Sponsors & Partners:
DEFCON Group Karachi offers a trusted platform for brand visibility, talent engagement, thought leadership, and national-level impact.

🏛️ To Government & Policy Leaders:
Cyber resilience starts with awareness, collaboration, and early engagement with youth — and this is where the future is being shaped.

👨‍💻👩‍💻 To Students & Young Professionals:
Cybersecurity is not just a career — it’s a mission. And DEFCON Group Karachi is your launchpad.

This was a past event, but its impact is ongoing — because strong communities don’t end with one session; they grow with every connection.

🔥 DEFCON Group Karachi
Community over credit.
Impact over noise.
Leadership with purpose.

#DEFCONKarachi cybersecurity #AI #Automation #FutureOfSecurity
#CommunityLeadership #YouthEmpowerment #DigitalPakistan
#TechnologyLeaders #CyberAwareness #AIinSecurity
]]> DCG Karachi ali.tabish https://forum.defcon.org/node/255319 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255318 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:42:45 GMT We will be having our first in-person meetup! When - February 7th, 2026 from 2:30PM - 4:00PM Where - NOLS Port Angeles Margaret Coffey Room (2210 S Peabody St, Port Angeles, WA 98362) What - This will be a casual meet and greet with some lockpicking and great conversation! We will also have...
When - February 7th, 2026 from 2:30PM - 4:00PM
Where - NOLS Port Angeles Margaret Coffey Room (2210 S Peabody St, Port Angeles, WA 98362)
What - This will be a casual meet and greet with some lockpicking and great conversation! We will also have some fun robotics stuff available for young children. Fun for the whole family!]]> DCG Olympic Peninsula SH4MR0CK https://forum.defcon.org/node/255318 https://forum.defcon.org/node/255299 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 22:58:40 GMT Our meetup on January 19th will be held at The Union at Station West - 919 Berryhill Rd. Charlotte, NC 28208 @ 7pm DC704 is back! Join us for our first meetup in Charlotte as we bring that DEF CON energy back to the 704. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a student, or just curious about the scene,... Our meetup on January 19th will be held at The Union at Station West - 919 Berryhill Rd. Charlotte, NC 28208 @ 7pm

DC704 is back! Join us for our first meetup in Charlotte as we bring that DEF CON energy back to the 704. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a student, or just curious about the scene, come hang out.

What to expect: Networking, shop talk, a presentation from one of our members, and general hacker camaraderie.
7:00 PM – 7:10 PM

Doors Open & Networking

7:10 PM – 7:20 PM

Welcome & Announcements

7:20 PM – 8:00 PM

Presenter: Chris Horner (@Agent Smith) Topic: “Protecting Yourself From People Like Me”

8:00 PM – 8:10 PM

Break

8:10 PM – 8:50 PM

Presenter: Aleksa (@skepticseptic) Topic: “Malware For Dummies; Being Cautious of Code”


https://defcon704.org for more details and link to the Discord.]]> DCG Charlotte k0rg https://forum.defcon.org/node/255299