Nullcon 2025 Creates Unmatched Cybersecurity Education Hub

Merllyne Nesakumaran

Asia’s Largest Hacking Event Fosters Diverse Talent Through CTF Competitions and Hands-On Workshops, Connecting the Technical Community With Industry Leaders

Princeton, NJ – Nullcon, Asia’s largest and most influential hacking and cybersecurity conference, returned to Goa, India, for its 15th edition with a renewed mission: bridging the cybersecurity skills gap through immersive education, hands-on training and global industry collaboration.

With the strategic backing of ISMG, a global leader in cybersecurity media, research and education, Nullcon as a brand is positioned to have a stronger impact. The Nullcon Goa 2025 event brought together thought leaders, security experts, researchers and executives in an ecosystem designed to cultivate real-world expertise, making it an essential part of the cybersecurity landscape.

For over a decade, Nullcon has grown into a global hub for hands-on learning, cybersecurity innovation and workforce development. From an education perspective, the event offers:

  • Technical training on cloud security, IoT hacking and malware analysis;
  • Expert-led sessions attracting 2,500+ participants from 400 organizations;
  • Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, including HackIM, Winja CTF and SCADA CTF, testing real-world security skills;
  • A live private bug bounty program rewarding attendees for identifying vulnerabilities;
  • Winja initiatives, promoting diversity in cybersecurity through mentorship, panels and competitions;
  • Resume and career clinics, offering one-on-one career guidance from industry experts;
  • A volunteer program, providing firsthand industry exposure and community building;
  • Exclusive networking, connecting students, professionals and executives across the cybersecurity spectrum.

With the upcoming Nullcon Berlin 2025, the conference is expanding its global footprint, further establishing itself as a hub for cybersecurity talent development.

“Top organizations now recognize that security teams need more than theory – they need hands-on, challenge-based learning,” said Sanjay Kalra, CEO of ISMG. “Together with Nullcon, we’ve built an educational framework that transforms theoretical knowledge into real-world expertise.”

Nullcon’s flagship CTFs – HackIM, Winja CTF and SCADA CTF – serve as a proving ground for cybersecurity talent, helping professionals hone critical skills in web security, cryptography, reverse engineering and industrial security. These competitions are more than challenges – they are incubators for the next generation of cybersecurity experts.

“Our educational methodology combined technical depth with real-world application, creating security practitioners who can adapt to evolving threats. Many leading security teams worldwide now include Nullcon alumni, demonstrating the lasting impact of our unique educational approach,” said Antriksh Shah, founder of Nullcon.

With ISMG’s expertise in cybersecurity media, research and training, Nullcon is now better equipped to address the global talent shortage by delivering specialized educational tracks.

At the core of Nullcon’s success is its highly selective volunteer program, Con-Trollers, which opens applications for just 48 hours each year. These volunteers play a crucial role in making Nullcon a community-driven event, offering them exclusive industry exposure and hands-on experience.

“Nullcon isn’t just another security event; it’s an ecosystem where professionals at every level engage in unmatched learning and networking,” Shah said.

For more details on upcoming events, visit Nullcon.net.

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About ISMG
Information Security Media Group (ISMG) is the world’s largest media organization devoted solely to cybersecurity, information technology, artificial intelligence and operational technology. Each of our 38 media properties provides education, research and news that is specifically tailored to key vertical sectors including banking, healthcare and the public sector; geographies from North America to Southeast Asia; and topics such as data breach prevention, cyber risk assessment, OT security, AI and fraud. Our annual global summit series connects senior security professionals with industry thought leaders to find actionable solutions for pressing cybersecurity challenges.

About Nullcon
Nullcon came into existence in 2010 and is managed and marketed by Payatu Technologies Pvt. Ltd. With the advent of cutting-edge technologies, security is crucial as technology brings a myriad of threats along. Nullcon is an extensive platform for the exchange of information about zero-day vulnerabilities, latest attack vectors and other cyberthreats. Here, security researchers and experts from various fields discuss information security, along with showcasing multiple offensive and defensive security technologies.

About ISMG Events
ISMG Events is a premier platform for security professionals and practitioners worldwide. Our global, annual events bring together the ISMG Events Community, comprising over 40,000 members, to exchange knowledge, insights, and best practices in the field of cybersecurity. The cornerstone of our event portfolio is the ISMG Global Summit Series. These summits take place both virtually and in-person, offering participants a diverse range of topics to explore. In addition to our Global Summit Series, ISMG Events hosts exclusive Executive Roundtables and Custom events.