Minister of Digital Malaysia YB Gobind Singh Deo to keynote as conference tackles AI governance, digital trust and national critical infrastructure protection

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Cyber Digital Services, Defence & Security Asia (CyberDSA) 2026 Conference will convene senior government, cybersecurity, defence, finance and technology leaders in Kuala Lumpur from 5-7 October 2026 to address the most urgent security challenges of an AI-driven, digitally dependent world.

From rogue AI models and digital sovereignty to cyber conflict and the protection of financial, energy and national infrastructure, the three-day programme places national and corporate resilience at the centre of the regional security agenda.

With just weeks to go before its fourth edition opens at MITEC Kuala Lumpur, CyberDSA 2026 will bring together an exceptional line-up of government leaders, cybersecurity authorities, regulators, defence practitioners, technology experts, and industry decision-makers from Malaysia and around the world.

Held in partnership with Asia Collective, the conference is built around three strategic pillars: The Future of Digital Trust, Defending Digital Battlespace, and Protecting National Critical Infrastructure.

Among the leaders taking the stage are YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital Malaysia; H.E. Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, UAE Cybersecurity Council and Orhan Osmani, Head of the Cybersecurity Division at the International Telecommunications Union (ITU).

They will be joined by senior representatives and experts from organisations including Google, CyberSecurity Malaysia, National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA), the Malaysian Armed Forces, the Indonesian Navy Staff, and Command School, CIDB Malaysia, the Malaysian Oil, Gas, & Energy Services Council (MOGSC), alongside international and regional voices spanning cybersecurity, defence, energy, technology, and strategic affairs.

The calibre and breadth of the programme reflect how far cybersecurity has moved beyond the traditional boundaries of IT. AI is creating new capabilities while introducing new attack surfaces and governance challenges. Digital Trust is increasingly tied to economic confidence and national resilience. At the same time, the growing interconnection of financial systems, energy networks, cities and essential services means a cyber incident can quickly become an operational, economic or national security issue.

CyberDSA 2026 is powered by a distinguished coalition of industry leaders whose expertise and innovation drive the event forward. Maxis powers the event, joined by gold sponsors DEAS Cyber+ and Splunk, and Silver Sponsors Exabeam, Blackpanda, Menlo Security, Tech Data, MindMatics, Raddish Technology, Aras Integrasi, and Cyber Test Systems. Laurea People’s Signature serves as the Official Marketing Technology Partner and Syntx is the Engagement Partner. Together, these partners are actively shaping the conversation, engaging with delegates, and advancing the regional agenda on cybersecurity, digital trust and critical infrastructure resilience.

The Future of Digital Trust (Day 1 – October 5)

Day One examines Digital Trust, spanning rogue AI, information integrity, digital identity, data governance and digital sovereignty. H.E. Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, will address the risks posed by rogue AI models and agents, while YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital Malaysia, will deliver the CyberDSA 2026 Keynote and Opening Address. The programme also brings together perspectives from Google, NACSA, CyberSecurity Malaysia and MyDigital ID.

Defending Digital Battlespace (Day 2 – October 6)

Day Two shifts to cyber defence, exploring AI-powered security, cyber operations, strategic competition and regional cooperation. Speakers include Dr Monisha Oberoi of Google; Captain (N) Bagus Jatmiko of the Indonesian Navy Staff and Command School; Vice Admiral Dato’ Pahlawan Shamsuddin Hj Ludin (Retired), former Deputy Chief of Navy; and Derek Grossman of Indo-Pacific Solutions.

Day 2 also features the Official Opening Ceremony of Siber Siaga with the theme “Commanding the Hyperwar: Human Judgement, Machine Speed and Decision Superiority”, followed by the Siber Siaga Forum.

Protecting National Critical Infrastructure (Day 3 – October 7)

Day Three focuses on critical infrastructure resilience, spanning finance, energy, smart cities and water security. The programme opens with “Safeguarding Critical Financial Infrastructure Through Cyber Resilience,” featuring senior representatives from CyberSecurity Malaysia.

Highlights include “Building Resilient Smart Cities in a Connected World,” with Suhaimi Mansor, Deputy Chief Executive (Development) of CIDB Malaysia, and Dato’ Ts. Dr Haji Amirudin Abdul Wahab, Former Chief Executive Officer of CyberSecurity Malaysia. Joining them is Dato’ Sri Ir. Dr. Judin Abdul Karim, Chairman of Muda Consult Sdn Bhd and Former Chief Executive of CIDB Malaysia, bringing decades of leadership in infrastructure standards and industry collaboration.

“Water and National Resilience” follows, with Captain (N) Bagus Jatmiko (Indonesian Navy Staff and Command School), Dr Chester Cabalza (Founder, International Development and Security Cooperation) and Jonathan Jackson, APAC Field CISO, Secure Communications, BlackBerry on cross-border water security. The day closes with “Women in Tech: Breaking the Glass Ceiling or Just Breaking In?” featuring senior representatives from the Ministry of Digital Malaysia, sharing real-world case studies on advancing women’s leadership in technology and cybersecurity.

Nadzeem Abdul Rahman, Executive Director of Aerosea Exhibitions Sdn Bhd, organiser of CyberDSA 2026, said:

“The cyber agenda has changed. AI is advancing at extraordinary speed, digital infrastructure is becoming more interconnected, and a cyber incident can now carry consequences far beyond the technology environment, affecting businesses, essential services, economies and national security.

“CyberDSA is bringing the people responsible for these challenges into the same room, from policymakers and cyber authorities to defence leaders, regulators, critical infrastructure operators and technology experts. The calibre of this year’s speakers reflects CyberDSA’s role as the region’s premier platform for high-stakes cyber and digital security dialogue.”

CyberDSA 2026 is expected to welcome 9,000 trade professionals from 45 countries, 160 participating companies, 100 speakers and more than 55 cyber leaders from 15 nations through its VIP Delegation Programme.

The conference marks the next stage in CyberDSA’s evolution as an industry-facing cybersecurity platform, reinforcing Malaysia’s position as a hub for regional cyber diplomacy and infrastructure resilience planning.

With CyberDSA 2026 now only weeks away, conference delegate, trade visitor and media registrations are open.

Professionals seeking full access to the conference can now secure their passes, while professionals and members of the media are invited to register to experience the wider exhibition and programme.

Companies seeking to position their capabilities before the industry community gathering in Kuala Lumpur may also contact the Organiser regarding exhibiting and strategic partnership opportunities at CyberDSA 2026.

Register now for full conference access of exhibition visits: https://www.cyberdsa.com/

View the full CyberDSA 2026 Conference Programme and Speaker bios: https://www.cyberdsa.com/conference-overview

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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On the 10th of September Truecaller AB (publ) (“Truecaller” or the “Company”) completed the previously announced acquisition of TextPlus Inc. (“TextPlus”) (the “Acquisition”). The Acquisition increases Truecaller’s footprint in the US and brings the Company closer to a comprehensive communications platform by broadening its capabilities with complementary offerings such as second numbers and internet-based calling, commonly known as VoIP.

Truecaller announced on 17 July 2026 that it had entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in TextPlus. The Acquisition has now been completed. The purchase price corresponds to a valuation of USD 15.0 million on a cash- and debt-free basis. TextPlus will continue to operate as a separate company and brand and will be consolidated into Truecaller as of 9th of September.

About TextPlus

Founded in 2009, TextPlus is a US-based communications technology company providing cloud-based voice, messaging and connectivity services through its proprietary mobile platform. TextPlus has built a large and diversified user base of approximately 1.5 million monthly active users serving consumers seeking affordable, app-based communication solutions. TextPlus is headquartered in Los Angeles and has a headcount of 14.

Advisors
DNB Carnegie Investment Bank AB acted as financial advisor, Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP as legal advisor, and KPMG as financial and tax due diligence advisor in relation to the Acquisition for Truecaller.

Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP acted as legal advisors to TextPlus and The Raine Group served as exclusive financial advisor to TextPlus.

For more information, please contact:
Andreas Frid, Head of IR & Communication
+46 705 290800
andreas.frid@truecaller.com 

About Truecaller:
Truecaller (TRUE B) is the leading global platform for safe and trusted communication. Fraud and unwanted communication are endemic to digital economies. especially in emerging markets. We are on a mission to build trust in communication. Truecaller is an essential part of everyday communication for more than 500 million active users. Truecaller is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 8 October 2021. For more information please visit corporate.truecaller.com

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Go-to-market and revenue leader to advise Treeni on building a Scalable and Sustainable growth engine as it expands its consulting-led, outcome-accountable ESG managed services.

BENGALURU, India, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Treeni Sustainability Solutions, a consulting-led ESG managed services company, today announced the appointment of Vivek Rawat to its Advisory Board. Mr. Rawat will work closely with Treeni’s leadership on customer acquisition, market positioning, revenue growth, and strategic alliances as the company scales its resustAIn™-powered managed service solutions to enterprise and mid-market clients in India and globally.

The appointment comes at an important stage in Treeni’s evolution. Sustainability is increasingly shifting from a periodic disclosure exercise to a continuously managed business function, driven by tightening reporting regimes, buyer-led supply chain requirements and growing scrutiny from investors and rating agencies. Treeni addresses this growing complexity by combining sustainability expertise, technology and end-to-end managed services to drive measurable outcomes. The company is now focused on taking this differentiated model to a wider set of clients.

Vivek Rawat is a Founding Member of the Winning by Design Growth Institute, where he works with senior executives to design Revenue and Growth Architecture for scalable, sustainable growth. He specializes in helping technology companies build predictable, repeatable growth engines — connecting strategy, sales execution, customer expansion, and revenue operations. His expertise will complement Treeni’s focus on expanding its differentiated delivery model while maintaining the quality and accountability that underpin its client relationships.

Vivek Rawat brings more than two decades of experience building and scaling technology businesses and revenue organisations. His career includes senior leadership roles at IBM, SAP and CSC across enterprise software sales, global alliances, ecosystems, channels and P&L, as well as advisory work with high-growth technology companies including BrowserStack and Lentra.

Ankush Patel, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Treeni Sustainability Solutions, said, “We have spent years building the domain expertise, technology and delivery model to solve end-to-end sustainability requirements for our clients. Our next challenge is to scale this value proposition across a wider set of clients, industries and markets. Vivek brings exactly the kind of experience we need at this stage. He understands how to build repeatable growth systems and the organisational capabilities required to scale. We are excited to have him join us as we enter this next phase of growth.”

“Sustainability is one of the few categories where the market need is not in question; the question is whether businesses can find a partner that can help them turn ambition into execution,” said Vivek Rawat. “What attracted me to Treeni is that it has built a model that enables businesses to move from sustainability intent to measurable execution. It has a strong foundation across domain expertise, technology, and delivery. The opportunity now is to build the commercial engine that can take this value proposition to more organisations in a disciplined and repeatable way. I am excited to work with Treeni as it takes this next step.”

The appointment of Vivek Rawat is part of Treeni’s broader effort to strengthen its leadership and advisory capabilities as it enters its next phase of growth. Treeni intends to expand its Advisory Board with leaders bringing complementary expertise across sustainability, technology and enterprise growth.

About Treeni Sustainability Solutions

Treeni brings deep ESG domain expertise and acts as its clients’ Trusted Advisor — owning the ESG programme end-to-end as a consulting-led managed service, powered by resustAIn™, and accountable for outcomes, not just advice.

Headquartered in Bangalore, India, Treeni delivers its managed services through three purpose-built resustAIn™ offerings: resustAIn™ ESG+ for enterprise ESG performance, emissions management, reporting and disclosure; resustAIn™ SCSM for supply chain sustainability management; and resustAIn™ Zero for small and mid-sized enterprises responding to customer and regulatory requirements. Treeni serves clients across manufacturing, technology services, pharmaceuticals and industrial sectors in India and internationally.

For more information, visit www.treeni.com.

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