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AGE 10 - Gifted a computer at home by his parents.
AGE 12 - Developed an interest in Computer Hacking. AGE 14 – Published his first book titled The Unofficial Guide to Ethical Hacking which became an instant bestseller worldwide, sold 500 000 copies and was translated into 11 languages.
AGE 16 – After the Sept. 11th attacks, cracked an encrypted email sent by the Al-Qaeda terrorist network for a classified intelligence agency.
AGE 21 - Widely recognized as an Ethical Hacker, Computer Security Expert and Cyber Terrorism guru. Written 11 bestselling books, delivered more than 1000 seminars in 25 countries, received 45 awards, provide certification courses on Computer Security, is writing a script for a movie, runs his own consulting company and is a senior at Stanford University.
Who is Ankit Fadia?
Ankit Fadia, 21 years old, is an independent computer security and digital intelligence consultant with definitive experience in the field of Internet security based out of the Silicon Valley in California, USA. He has authored 11 internationally best-selling books on numerous topics related to Computer Security that have been widely appreciated by both professionals and industry leaders the world over. His books have sold a record 2 million copies across the globe, have been translated into Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Polish and are also being used as reference textbooks in some of the most prestigious academic institutions in Asia and North America. Fadia is also a widely recognized computer security guru and Cyber terrorism expert.
Fadia is however, better known for his significant work in the field of digital intelligence, security consultancy and training. In November 2001, Fadia was consulted by a classified intelligence agency for breaking an encrypted message sent by one of Osama Bin Laden’s men. Since then Fadia has been involved in numerous classified projects pertaining to International Security and Computer Networks. He handles the Asia Operations of the classified intelligence agency.
Widely traveled, Fadia provides customized cyber security training and consulting solutions to clients all across Asia, Australia, North America and the Middle East including Google, Citibank, Shell, Volvo, Thai Airways, UOB Bank, PT Cisco Systems, Bank of Thailand, Bangkok Public Bank, Amari Hotels, BlueScope Steel, Jumeirah International, Wipro, Singapore Health Promotion Board, Infosys, Satyam, Schering Ltd and many other organizations in the government, police and corporate sectors. He has also conducted more than a 1000 different training sessions across 25 countries on various topics related to cyber security to an audience comprising of CEOs, CIOs, top level management, entrepreneurs, technical specialists, defense personnel and students.
With a strong belief in the integration of security and education, Fadia closely works with the School of Information Systems at Singapore Management University and San Jose State University and advises them on the design and structure of the course material of their computer security courses. He also offers a widely respected certification course on computer security titled Ankit Fadia Certified Ethical Hacker.
Widely celebrated in international media publications, Fadia is also regularly invited by BBC Radio World News, London to share the latest updates on virus outbreaks, loopholes and cyber crime trends. For his outstanding contributions in the field of computer security globally, Fadia has been honored with numerous awards namely: Indo-American Society Young Achiever Award 2005, IT Leader Award 2005, Person of The Year 2002, Limca Book of Records, Hall of Fame Award, Outstanding Young Achiever’s Award, Silicon India Person of the Week, Embassy State Award, Best Speaker Award (4 occasions), Student of the Year 2002-03 and many more.
Born in India, Fadia is currently pursuing his Bachelors in Computer Science with specialization in Information Security at Stanford University, USA. He also used to conduct research and work on special projects at the global headquarters of Symantec Corporation at Cupertino, California, USA. Recently Fadia started his own computer security consulting and training company in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with operations all across the Asia Pacific region. For more information about Fadia and his work visit http://www.hackingmobilephones.com/
Clientele
Fadia has vast experience in conducting customized state of the art training programs, hands-on workshops and interactive learning sessions for a variety of different audiences like:
Financial & Banking Sector: TA Securities (Malaysia), Bank of Maharashtra, United Overseas Bank of Singapore, Bangkok Bank Public Co. Ltd, Citibank Taiwan, Monetary Authority of Singapore, Bank of Thailand, GHL Systems Berhad, PT Bank Rabobank International Indonesia and Australian bank officials.
Software Sector: Wipro Technologies, Infosys, Symphony Services, Satyam Corporation, CMC Limited (TATA), PT Cisco Systems Indonesia.
Internet Services Sector: Google, Sify (Satyam).
Government Sector: Singapore Police, Inland Revenue Authority (Singapore), Inland Revenue Board (Malaysia), Ministry of Defense (Singapore), NISER (Malaysia), Ministry of National Development (Singapore), Ministry of Home Affairs (Singapore), Monetary Authority of Singapore, Multimedia Super Corridor (Malaysia), Indian Police, Central Forensics Laboratory (Delhi), Kerela Police, Goa Police, Andra Pradesh Police Department, Andra Pradesh Forensics Laboratory (Delhi), Pune Police.
Transportation Sector: Singapore SMRT Corporation, Thai Airways International.
Industrial Goods Sector: The Siam Chemicals (Thailand), BlueScope Steel (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Shell Information Technology International (Malaysia) and PT Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper TBK (Malaysia).
Automobiles Sector: Volvo Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
Education Sector: Institute of Defense and Strategic Studies (IDSS, Singapore), Indian School of Business (Hyderabad, India) Singapore Management University, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT: Mumbai, Delhi and Kharagpur branches), BITS Pilani, Ministry of Education (Singapore), Multimedia University.
Services Sector: Amari Hotels and Resorts (Thailand), Jumeirah International Luxury & Corporate Hotels.
Healthcare Sector: Schering (Bangkok) Ltd, Compakar eHealth Tech Sdn.Bhd (Malaysia), Health Promotion Board (Singapore).
International Conferences: Young Entrepreneurs Organization (Dubai), Asia Technological Initiative (Singapore), HACK (Singapore, Australia and Malaysia), Junior Chamber International (New Delhi), CAN 2005 (Malaysia), Hacking (Malaysia, Thailand and India) and InfoSec World (Singapore).
Business Leaders: Young Entrepreneurs Organization (Asia-Pacific, Dubai University, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Dubai, Melbourne, Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata and Delhi), Young Presidents Organization (San Francisco, Bakersfield, Washington DC/Baltimore, Nebraska, Connecticut, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Auckland, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Malaysia, Bangalore, Mumbai and Kolkata) and Young Leaders Forum (Kolkata). Scheduled to speak at the following YPO events in: Thailand University, Nevada, Hawaii, Kansas City, Cincinnati, West Virginia, Michigan West, Chicago, Detroit, Toledo, Cleveland, Columbus, Pittsburgh, Pakistan, Oman, Bahrain, Morocco, Egypt and UAE.
Publications Released
The Unofficial Guide to Ethical Hacking
Network Security: A Hacker’s Perspective
The Ethical Hacking Guide to Corporate Security
Hacking Mobile Phones
Email Hacking
Windows Hacking
Google Hacking
Intrusion Alert
Encryption
Tips and Tricks on Linux
Computer Forensics
OS Hacking (COMING SOON)
Little Genius: The Ankit Fadia Way (COMING SOON)
Cracking Admissions in Colleges Abroad (COMING SOON)
Awards, Honors and Felicitations
Name & Year
Organization
Remarks
Microsoft Valuable Professional
Microsoft
Outstanding contribution to the Microsoft community worldwide.
Young Achiever Award
Indo-American Society
For outstanding achievements at a young age.
Young Turk
CNBC India
For being a young entrepreneur and achiever.
IT Youth Award 2005
Singapore Computer Society and Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore.
For significant contributions to the IT industry in Singapore.
Person of the Year India 2002
Limca Book of Records
For outstanding achievements in the field of computer security in India.
Gold Medal 2003
Institute of Defense and Strategic Studies, Singapore
For significant work in the field of Cyber terrorism.
Hall of Fame 2003
The Hindustan Times
For outstanding achievements in the field of computer security in India.
Silicon India Person of the Week 2001
Silicon India
For writing a book at the age of 14 years.
Asian American Outstanding Achievement Award Nominee
Stanford University
Outstanding Achievement.
Outstanding Young Achiever Award 2003
Rotary Club
For work in the field of computer security.
Best Speaker Award
Various
5 Occasions
State Award 2002
Rajasthan, India
Asia Technology Initiative Fellow (2004)
Stanford University
Summer Fellowship to Singapore.
Student Achiever of the Year 2002-03
Delhi Public School, India
Special Mention (2002-2004)
Limca Book of Records
Felicitation/Endorsement
Mr. Kiran Karnik (President, NASSCOM) Dr. A.P.J Kalam (Honourable President of India) Mr. Chandrababu Naidu (Chief Minister of Andra Pradesh) Mr. Phiroze Vandrewala (Chairman, TCS) Mr. Ganesh Ayyar (Vice President, Hewlett Packard, SE Asia) Mr. Murali Manohar Joshi (HRD Minister of India) Jennifer Grannick (Law Professor, Stanford Law School and America Top E-Lawyer)
Media Accolades
Fadia is regularly invited by BBC Radio World News, London to give his opinion on the latest virus outbreaks, hacker community trends and vulnerabilities. He has also been widely written about in numerous national and international publications namely:
The Today Newspaper, Strait Times, Computer Times, New York Times, BBC, Teen People, The Boston Herald, The San Francisco Chronicle, The Star, CNET.com, YAHOO, ZDnet, Reuters, PCQuest, The Hindustan, HT Horizons, The Australian IT, Japan Times, South China Morning Post, LA Times, The JARING Internet Magazine, The Strait Times, DIGIT, The Times of India, The Week, Pioneer, Indian Express, HT City, The Business Line, The Telegraph, Financial Express, The Asian Age, SUN, NDTV (Star News), Zee News, Aaj Tak, ETV, Siti Cable, TMG Power, The Statesmen, Society Magazine, Sambhav Magazine, Punjab Kesari, MIS, Teens Today, Mid-Day, Educare, School Times, Business World, The Tribune, Rediff News, Bombay Times, Gulf News, Gujarat Samachar, Rediff News, Jaamejam Daily, Education Times, The News Today, Financial Times, IANS, Eenadu, Express Computers and many more.
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AGE 10 - Gifted a computer at home by his parents.
AGE 12 - Developed an interest in Computer Hacking. AGE 14 – Published his first book titled The Unofficial Guide to Ethical Hacking which became an instant bestseller worldwide, sold 500 000 copies and was translated into 11 languages.
AGE 16 – After the Sept. 11th attacks, cracked an encrypted email sent by the Al-Qaeda terrorist network for a classified intelligence agency.
AGE 21 - Widely recognized as an Ethical Hacker, Computer Security Expert and Cyber Terrorism guru. Written 11 bestselling books, delivered more than 1000 seminars in 25 countries, received 45 awards, provide certification courses on Computer Security, is writing a script for a movie, runs his own consulting company and is a senior at Stanford University.
Who is Ankit Fadia?
Ankit Fadia, 21 years old, is an independent computer security and digital intelligence consultant with definitive experience in the field of Internet security based out of the Silicon Valley in California, USA. He has authored 11 internationally best-selling books on numerous topics related to Computer Security that have been widely appreciated by both professionals and industry leaders the world over. His books have sold a record 2 million copies across the globe, have been translated into Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Polish and are also being used as reference textbooks in some of the most prestigious academic institutions in Asia and North America. Fadia is also a widely recognized computer security guru and Cyber terrorism expert.
Fadia is however, better known for his significant work in the field of digital intelligence, security consultancy and training. In November 2001, Fadia was consulted by a classified intelligence agency for breaking an encrypted message sent by one of Osama Bin Laden’s men. Since then Fadia has been involved in numerous classified projects pertaining to International Security and Computer Networks. He handles the Asia Operations of the classified intelligence agency.
Widely traveled, Fadia provides customized cyber security training and consulting solutions to clients all across Asia, Australia, North America and the Middle East including Google, Citibank, Shell, Volvo, Thai Airways, UOB Bank, PT Cisco Systems, Bank of Thailand, Bangkok Public Bank, Amari Hotels, BlueScope Steel, Jumeirah International, Wipro, Singapore Health Promotion Board, Infosys, Satyam, Schering Ltd and many other organizations in the government, police and corporate sectors. He has also conducted more than a 1000 different training sessions across 25 countries on various topics related to cyber security to an audience comprising of CEOs, CIOs, top level management, entrepreneurs, technical specialists, defense personnel and students.
With a strong belief in the integration of security and education, Fadia closely works with the School of Information Systems at Singapore Management University and San Jose State University and advises them on the design and structure of the course material of their computer security courses. He also offers a widely respected certification course on computer security titled Ankit Fadia Certified Ethical Hacker.
Widely celebrated in international media publications, Fadia is also regularly invited by BBC Radio World News, London to share the latest updates on virus outbreaks, loopholes and cyber crime trends. For his outstanding contributions in the field of computer security globally, Fadia has been honored with numerous awards namely: Indo-American Society Young Achiever Award 2005, IT Leader Award 2005, Person of The Year 2002, Limca Book of Records, Hall of Fame Award, Outstanding Young Achiever’s Award, Silicon India Person of the Week, Embassy State Award, Best Speaker Award (4 occasions), Student of the Year 2002-03 and many more.
Born in India, Fadia is currently pursuing his Bachelors in Computer Science with specialization in Information Security at Stanford University, USA. He also used to conduct research and work on special projects at the global headquarters of Symantec Corporation at Cupertino, California, USA. Recently Fadia started his own computer security consulting and training company in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with operations all across the Asia Pacific region. For more information about Fadia and his work visit http://www.hackingmobilephones.com/
Clientele
Fadia has vast experience in conducting customized state of the art training programs, hands-on workshops and interactive learning sessions for a variety of different audiences like:
Financial & Banking Sector: TA Securities (Malaysia), Bank of Maharashtra, United Overseas Bank of Singapore, Bangkok Bank Public Co. Ltd, Citibank Taiwan, Monetary Authority of Singapore, Bank of Thailand, GHL Systems Berhad, PT Bank Rabobank International Indonesia and Australian bank officials.
Software Sector: Wipro Technologies, Infosys, Symphony Services, Satyam Corporation, CMC Limited (TATA), PT Cisco Systems Indonesia.
Internet Services Sector: Google, Sify (Satyam).
Government Sector: Singapore Police, Inland Revenue Authority (Singapore), Inland Revenue Board (Malaysia), Ministry of Defense (Singapore), NISER (Malaysia), Ministry of National Development (Singapore), Ministry of Home Affairs (Singapore), Monetary Authority of Singapore, Multimedia Super Corridor (Malaysia), Indian Police, Central Forensics Laboratory (Delhi), Kerela Police, Goa Police, Andra Pradesh Police Department, Andra Pradesh Forensics Laboratory (Delhi), Pune Police.
Transportation Sector: Singapore SMRT Corporation, Thai Airways International.
Industrial Goods Sector: The Siam Chemicals (Thailand), BlueScope Steel (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Shell Information Technology International (Malaysia) and PT Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper TBK (Malaysia).
Automobiles Sector: Volvo Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
Education Sector: Institute of Defense and Strategic Studies (IDSS, Singapore), Indian School of Business (Hyderabad, India) Singapore Management University, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT: Mumbai, Delhi and Kharagpur branches), BITS Pilani, Ministry of Education (Singapore), Multimedia University.
Services Sector: Amari Hotels and Resorts (Thailand), Jumeirah International Luxury & Corporate Hotels.
Healthcare Sector: Schering (Bangkok) Ltd, Compakar eHealth Tech Sdn.Bhd (Malaysia), Health Promotion Board (Singapore).
International Conferences: Young Entrepreneurs Organization (Dubai), Asia Technological Initiative (Singapore), HACK (Singapore, Australia and Malaysia), Junior Chamber International (New Delhi), CAN 2005 (Malaysia), Hacking (Malaysia, Thailand and India) and InfoSec World (Singapore).
Business Leaders: Young Entrepreneurs Organization (Asia-Pacific, Dubai University, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Dubai, Melbourne, Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata and Delhi), Young Presidents Organization (San Francisco, Bakersfield, Washington DC/Baltimore, Nebraska, Connecticut, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Auckland, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Malaysia, Bangalore, Mumbai and Kolkata) and Young Leaders Forum (Kolkata). Scheduled to speak at the following YPO events in: Thailand University, Nevada, Hawaii, Kansas City, Cincinnati, West Virginia, Michigan West, Chicago, Detroit, Toledo, Cleveland, Columbus, Pittsburgh, Pakistan, Oman, Bahrain, Morocco, Egypt and UAE.
Publications Released
The Unofficial Guide to Ethical Hacking
Network Security: A Hacker’s Perspective
The Ethical Hacking Guide to Corporate Security
Hacking Mobile Phones
Email Hacking
Windows Hacking
Google Hacking
Intrusion Alert
Encryption
Tips and Tricks on Linux
Computer Forensics
OS Hacking (COMING SOON)
Little Genius: The Ankit Fadia Way (COMING SOON)
Cracking Admissions in Colleges Abroad (COMING SOON)
Awards, Honors and Felicitations
Name & Year
Organization
Remarks
Microsoft Valuable Professional
Microsoft
Outstanding contribution to the Microsoft community worldwide.
Young Achiever Award
Indo-American Society
For outstanding achievements at a young age.
Young Turk
CNBC India
For being a young entrepreneur and achiever.
IT Youth Award 2005
Singapore Computer Society and Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore.
For significant contributions to the IT industry in Singapore.
Person of the Year India 2002
Limca Book of Records
For outstanding achievements in the field of computer security in India.
Gold Medal 2003
Institute of Defense and Strategic Studies, Singapore
For significant work in the field of Cyber terrorism.
Hall of Fame 2003
The Hindustan Times
For outstanding achievements in the field of computer security in India.
Silicon India Person of the Week 2001
Silicon India
For writing a book at the age of 14 years.
Asian American Outstanding Achievement Award Nominee
Stanford University
Outstanding Achievement.
Outstanding Young Achiever Award 2003
Rotary Club
For work in the field of computer security.
Best Speaker Award
Various
5 Occasions
State Award 2002
Rajasthan, India
Asia Technology Initiative Fellow (2004)
Stanford University
Summer Fellowship to Singapore.
Student Achiever of the Year 2002-03
Delhi Public School, India
Special Mention (2002-2004)
Limca Book of Records
Felicitation/Endorsement
Mr. Kiran Karnik (President, NASSCOM) Dr. A.P.J Kalam (Honourable President of India) Mr. Chandrababu Naidu (Chief Minister of Andra Pradesh) Mr. Phiroze Vandrewala (Chairman, TCS) Mr. Ganesh Ayyar (Vice President, Hewlett Packard, SE Asia) Mr. Murali Manohar Joshi (HRD Minister of India) Jennifer Grannick (Law Professor, Stanford Law School and America Top E-Lawyer)
Media Accolades
Fadia is regularly invited by BBC Radio World News, London to give his opinion on the latest virus outbreaks, hacker community trends and vulnerabilities. He has also been widely written about in numerous national and international publications namely:
The Today Newspaper, Strait Times, Computer Times, New York Times, BBC, Teen People, The Boston Herald, The San Francisco Chronicle, The Star, CNET.com, YAHOO, ZDnet, Reuters, PCQuest, The Hindustan, HT Horizons, The Australian IT, Japan Times, South China Morning Post, LA Times, The JARING Internet Magazine, The Strait Times, DIGIT, The Times of India, The Week, Pioneer, Indian Express, HT City, The Business Line, The Telegraph, Financial Express, The Asian Age, SUN, NDTV (Star News), Zee News, Aaj Tak, ETV, Siti Cable, TMG Power, The Statesmen, Society Magazine, Sambhav Magazine, Punjab Kesari, MIS, Teens Today, Mid-Day, Educare, School Times, Business World, The Tribune, Rediff News, Bombay Times, Gulf News, Gujarat Samachar, Rediff News, Jaamejam Daily, Education Times, The News Today, Financial Times, IANS, Eenadu, Express Computers and many more.
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Ankit fadia you rock. I always love to attend your workshop and read your books. Whenever I get an opportunity I attend you workshop even I am enrolling in your online workshop http://www.wiziq.com/course/3706-computer-security-and-ethical-hacking-training-by-ankit-fadia. Looking forward for yet again an amazing workshop. Please do let me know if you are conducting any workshop abroad too14 ider
thanks bro...
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