Dubai, UAE – Oct 7, 2025 – The Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA), a global leader in technology education, successfully hosted its Cybersecurity Hackathon at its Dubai Knowledge Park campus, bringing together more than 50 teams from India, Pakistan, Dubai, and the Philippines to compete for a prize pool of AED 25,000.
The two-day event challenged participants to tackle real-world cybersecurity threats such as phishing attacks, ransomware, identity theft, and AI-powered intrusion detection. Teams worked intensively on projects that blended innovation with practical application, addressing issues that businesses and governments face every day.
A distinguished panel of judges, including cybersecurity experts from leading firms such as Fortinet and McAfee, alongside BIA faculty, evaluated the projects on creativity, technical execution, and real-world impact. “The solutions presented at this Hackathon show that the next generation of cybersecurity professionals is ready to tackle global threats with innovation and precision,” said one of the top judges from top cybersecurity firm after the event.
Winners
- 1st Prize (AED 15,000): Team CyberGuardians from Dubai, recognized for developing a real-time phishing detection and automated response system.
- 2nd Prize (AED 7,000): Team DataDefenders from India, honored for their AI-powered intrusion detection tool tailored for SMEs.
- 3rd Prize (AED 3,000): A student team from Pakistan, Ahmed Qadri was awarded for creating a blockchain-based identity protection model.
“Cybersecurity is no longer a back-office function; it is a frontline business priority. Through this Hackathon, we provided a platform for participants to test their skills in realistic scenarios and build solutions that can truly make a difference,” said Mahira Aziz, Operations Head, Boston Campus, Boston Institute of Analytics.
In addition to cash prizes, winners received mentorship opportunities and access to BIA’s global alumni network. Select projects will also be considered for incubation under BIA’s innovation initiatives.
The Dubai Hackathon reflects BIA’s mission to equip professionals with the skills needed to thrive in critical technology domains. This mission is also supported by its Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking course, which offers a dual certification in Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking. The program provides hands-on learning in threat detection, penetration testing, and security frameworks, preparing learners for in-demand careers in the global cybersecurity industry.
Similar hackathons are scheduled across BIA’s international campuses in Boston, London, New York, Mumbai, and Johannesburg, with themes ranging from Generative AI to Cloud Computing.
More information can be found at https://bostoninstituteofanalytics.org/blog/innovation-in-action-boston-institute-of-analytics-hosts-global-cybersecurity-hackathon-2025-at-dubai-campus-with-50-teams-competing-for-aed-25000/
Cybersecurity Course in Dubai: https://bostoninstituteofanalytics.org/united-arab-emirates/dubai/emaar-square/school-of-technology-ai/cyber-security-and-ethical-hacking/
About Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA)
The Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA) is a global professional training organization delivering programs in technology, AI, management, finance, animation & design, media & communications, and more. BIA operates international campuses worldwide, training millions of professionals each year and shaping the workforce of tomorrow. BIA has a strong global presence with campuses in Boston, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, London, Dubai, Johannesburg, and multiple campuses across India. Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA) was founded in Boston, Massachusetts as a joint venture by multiple international education and analytics organizations. The day-to-day operations are run by country-specific teams that report to a global advisory board.
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