About us

As the world is going digital, we keep you ahead with the latest news, updates, trends, analysis related to new threats and its solution. Our team gets the fastest, most accurate and in-depth reports on data security along with cyber, corporate, digital, banking, insurance and government frauds. We specialize in covering technical issues like fraud risk management, cyber forensics, data breach, privacy issues, spoofing and VOIP enabled crimes.

 Who Are We:

We are a team of digital enthusiasts who love to track and decode the underground world of digital crimes. We keep you ahead in this fast-paced world of digital transformation with latest updates, new trends and expert opinions. We not only bring your attention to a problem but also provide a solution. Our editorial and advisory team consists of industry experts, researchers, trainers, law enforcement officers, lawyers & ethical hackers.

Shashank Shekhar –  Journalist and researcher with over 17 years of experience. He has extensively worked in the field of cyber crime reporting and analysing the latest trends. Apart from writing stories, researching, conducting surveys and whitepaper in the field of cyber crime, He is actively involved in conducting cyber awareness workshops and seminars.

From starting as a cub-reporter to now developing brand strategy, content planning, and solution building, in the last 15 years He has worked closely with India’s top media houses, governments, law-enforcement agencies, subject experts and corporates. He is an independent consultant specialising in content, communication, brand strategy, campaign, policy and digital marketing.

Shashank has led, driven and scaled various news websites from scratch. This along with digital marketing, social media campaigns, webinar, conferences, campaigns, tie-ups, advertising, data analysis, and fact check has helped him remain at the helm of several top media organisations and start-ups.

He has an impeccable record of commended performance as a reporter and desk editor for news outlets like India Today, Asianet, Hindustan Times, PTI and Mid-Day.

Harshvardhan Singh – He is a practicing Advocate who serves as a Director at Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF). He graduated from Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) and the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University, before pursuing a Post Graduate Diploma in Cyber Law & Cyber Forensics from the esteemed National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. A familiar byline on the420.in, Harshvardhan specializes in probing topics like Cybercrimes, Corruption, and Technology. In addition to his professional pursuits, Harshvardhan nurtures a profound passion for Politics and Philosophy.

Kartikeya Singh – He is Geology Graduate from Hansraj College and an MBA from the Delhi School of Economics. He has keen interest in the field of Cybercrime and Cyber Security. He is associated with the NGOs – Future Crime Research Foundation and Root64 Infosec Research Foundation. He spearheads various cybercrime seminars and workshops to spread awareness regarding Cyber Security and Cyber Safety.

Akanksha Upadhyay: Addicted to food, friends, books & travel, the author has been around the block for a decade now, writing on environment, retail luxury, politics, crime, business, and entertainment.  The dinner table is a debate war zone for her, silence just means she is editing stories. Is committed to turning every plain Jane copy into a strong storytelling narrative.

Shambhavi Singh: The writer is a confident speaker with an irresistible affinity for stage and the zest to write. Currently pursuing History Honours from Miranda House, University of Delhi. She is an opinionated bird from the holy city of Varanasi who has been in love with exploring and learning about culture and heritage from the very beginning. She love writing in every niche because the pen and paper are magical.

Sharad Natani: Avid reader and activist for last 15 years. He has bee actively involved in community building, mass sensitisation campaigns and other ground research activities. Sharad has keen interest in politics and digital transformation. The writer is based in Uttar Pradesh.

Shagun Dhanuka: The writer is based in Kolkata. She loves to write about technology, gender issues and child right. She is an avid traveller and a book reader.