Ankit Fadia
About
Ankit Fadia is a self-proclaimed Ethical Hacker, an Author and a widely recognised Computer Security Expert.
He is also a TV host who co-hosted a television show on MTV India called 'What The Hack' in 2008. The show gave tips on making good use of the Internet and answered people's technology-related questions.
In 2013, he started another show, 'Geek On the Loose' on YouTube, where he shared technology-related tips and tricks. His work primarily involves OS-based tips & tricks, proxy websites and lifestyles.
He started his journey at the age of 10 with a website, 'hackingtruths.box.sk' where he wrote hacking tutorials. At 14, he authored a book on ethical hacking that received favourable responses in India.
He has published 16 books on computer security which have sold over 2 million copies and has spoken at several seminars across schools, colleges and corporates in India. In addition, he started providing his computer security courses, including the 'Ankit Fadia Certified Ethical Hacker' programme.
In 2012, Dell India partnered with him to create a series of 1-minute videos to show simple tips and tricks on getting the most out of your PCs, laptops, mobile phones, tablets and other gadgets.
Awards and Accomplishments
Awards and Accomplishments
In 2005, Ankit Fadia received the ‘IT Youth Award’ from the Singapore Computer Society; in 2008, he was rendered the title of ‘Youth Icon Of The Year’ by MTV India and in 2011, he was titled as ‘Global Ambassador for Cyber Security’ at the National Telecom Awards.
His MTV show, ‘Geek on the Loose’ has more than 750,000+ views!
Why Ankit Fadia ?
Ankit provides customised cyber security training and consulting solutions to his clients including government, police, and corporates such as Google, Shell, Volvo, Citibank, and Thai Airways among others all across Asia, North America, Australia, and the Middle East.
Ankit has delivered more than 1000 talks in 25 countries and received several awards. He has trained more than 20,000 people in India and China catering to an audience of CEOs, CIOs, top level management, technical specialists, defence personnel, students and entrepreneurs.
While his skills and ethics have always been a point of debate, one cannot overlook this young achiever’s talent and passion for what he does. His presentations provide the audience with real-world takeaways that they can apply to their lives on a daily basis, with the proper blend of technical details and real-life case studies.
