Mumbai Mumbai: As digital transactions are booming, so are cyber threats, making payment security a critical global issue. To address these challenges, QNA, in partnership with the PCI Security Standards Council and supported by DSCI, Cyber Security Association of India and ISACA Mumbai Chapter, launched the Payment Security Summit & Awards – India on 4 March 2025 in Mumbai. This milestone event will bring together top industry leaders, regulators, financial institutions, retail and telecom companies to advance the future of secure digital commerce. With unprecedented growth in digital payments in India, the country is not only an economic powerhouse but also a prime target for payment security threats.
Brijesh Singh, Additional Director General of Police, Government of Maharashtra, emphasised that protecting trust in financial transactions is paramount, “As India accelerates its digital transformation, securing payment systems is paramount to safeguard trust and financial integrity. Strengthening cybersecurity frameworks and encouraging innovation will be the key to a resilient and secure digital economy.”
Ensuring payment security is not just about protecting businesses, it is about securing the entire economy. Lt Gen Dr Rajesh Pant, President, Cyber Security Association of India emphasised how important cyber resilience is for India’s economic ambitions, “To become the third largest economy, India cannot afford to suffer the adversity caused by financial cybercrimes. To develop India, we must become a cyber secure India.”
Shaping the Future of Payment Security
The Payment Security Summit & Awards – India will serve as a hub for the latest industry insights, including:
- Keynote addresses from global leaders – exploring trends in cybersecurity, fintech and regulatory compliance.
- Workshops and live demos – showcasing AI-powered fraud prevention, risk mitigation and compliance strategies.
- Exclusive networking – connecting CISOs, GRCs, fintech disruptors, policymakers and security professionals.
