April 24–24, 2026 · The plaza
Cybersecurity & AI Conference
icac 2026
International Conference on Artificial Intelligence CybersecurityDays
Hours
Mins
Secs
1-Day
Hybrid Conference
400–500
Participants
4
Focus Frontiers
Global
Live Stream
Background & Rationale
As Nepal advances toward its vision of “Digital Nepal,” the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity has become a national strategic priority. With the endorsement of the National AI Policy 2025 (2082 BS) and the National Cybersecurity Policy 2023, Nepal is at a decisive stage where policy must translate into practical implementation.
Artificial Intelligence, particularly machine learning and data-driven systems, has the potential to transform agriculture, fintech, healthcare diagnostics, governance, and digital service delivery. However, increasing incidents of digital banking fraud, cyberattacks, data breaches, and social engineering threats highlight the urgent need to strengthen Nepal’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
This conference aims to serve as a national knowledge platform, connecting global expertise with Nepal’s local realities. It will create a structured dialogue among policymakers, academia, industry leaders, startups, students, and international experts to co-develop a secure, ethical, and innovation-driven digital ecosystem.
National Priority
Support implementation of the National AI Policy 2025 and National Cybersecurity Policy 2023.
Knowledge Platform
Connect global expertise with Nepal’s local realities through structured dialogue.
Secure Ecosystem
Co-develop a secure, ethical, and innovation-driven digital ecosystem.
Cyber Resilience
Address cyberattacks, banking fraud, data breaches, and social engineering threats.
Thematic Focus Area
The conference will focus on the four converging frontiers:
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• AI applications in agriculture, health, fintech, education
• AI governance and ethical AI
• National AI implementation roadmap
Cybersecurity for Digital Nepal
• Cyber threat landscape of Nepal
• Digital banking fraud and financial cybersecurity
• Zero-trust architecture and cloud security
• Critical infrastructure protection
Industry & Innovation
• Startup innovations
• Commercial AI deployment
• Public-private partnerships
Policy & Governance
• AI regulatory frameworks
• Data governance and privacy
• Internet governance and digital sovereignty
The conference aims to:
Support implementation of the National AI Policy 2025 and National Cybersecurity Policy 2023.
Promote AI governance frameworks, machine learning applications, and ethical AI practices.
Strengthen Nepal’s cyber resilience through zero-trust architecture, digital identity systems, and financial cybersecurity strategies.
Facilitate industry–academia collaboration through structured paper presentations and professional sessions.
Establish a strong knowledge-based ecosystem through journal publication and research dissemination.
Create opportunities for youth engagement and talent retention to reduce brain drain.
Encourage practical innovation and commercialization through industry sessions and startup showcases.
Conference Structure
As the event is a one-day conference, the structure will be designed to manage time effectively while ensuring high-quality engagement.
Academic Track
• Research papers from Bachelor, Master’s, and PhD students
• Focus on AI, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity frameworks, Governance
Industry Track
• Practical case studies
• AI deployment experiences
• Cybersecurity incident response and digital banking security
Professional / Policy Track
• AI governance
• Regulatory frameworks
• National digital strategies
A formal Call for Papers will be announced. Papers will be reviewed by the Technical Committee and categorized into three tracks. Due to time limitations, presentations will be strictly time-bound. Parallel mini-tracks may be considered depending on paper volume and venue capacity.
Journal & Participation
Journal & Publication
A Journal Writing Committee will be formed to ensure strong knowledge-based output.
• Selected peer-reviewed papers will be published in a Conference Proceedings Journal.
• Post-event publication is mandatory.
• The publication will strengthen the academic credibility of the conference.
• Best papers may be recognized with awards.
Format & Participation
• One-Day Intensive Conference
• 400–500 Participants
• Paid Participation Model
• Keynotes, Plenary Sessions, Paper Presentations
• Industry, Academic, and Professional Sessions
• Live-streamed globally
Target Participants
The conference will accommodate:
Policymakers & Government Agencies
Industry Leaders & ICT Companies
Banks & Fintech Institutions
Hardware & Software Professionals
Startups & Entrepreneurs
Academicians & Researchers
+2 Students
Bachelor’s Students
Master’s & PhD Scholars
Development Partners
Participants will be categorized through structured registration to manage capacity efficiently.
International Participation
International speakers and experts will be invited. As per budget allocation, lodging and fooding will be provided. Hybrid participation will allow global engagement through live streaming.
Expected Outcomes
Strategic Whitepaper - Actionable policy recommendations for MoCIT and relevant stakeholders.
Conference Proceedings / Journal Publication - Peer-reviewed publication of selected research and professional papers.
Collaborative Partnerships - MoUs between leading Nepalese universities (UGC, TU, KU, Nepal Open University, PU, etc.) and international research labs and innovation institutions.
National Skill & Research Roadmap - Framework for AI and cybersecurity skill development. Development of a curriculum framework to upskill at least 5,000 AI professionals by 2030, aligned with Nepal’s national digital and human resource development goals.
Innovation & Industry Directory - A curated directory of Nepalese startups successfully applying AI and blockchain solutions in key sectors such as agriculture, health and fintech, to promote visibility, investment and scaling opportunities.
Tentative Agenda
Opening Ceremony
KeynoteChief Guest Address & Keynote: Converging Frontiers – Nepal’s Digital Future
National AI & Cybersecurity Policy Implementation
PlenaryAcademic Track
AcademicResearch Paper Presentations
Industry Track
IndustryCase Studies & Applied AI
Tea Break
Break-
Professional / Policy Track
PolicyAI Governance & Regulatory Dialogue
Cybersecurity & Digital Banking Fraud in Nepal
PlenaryStartup Showcase
StartupInnovation Presentations
Global Session
GlobalInternational Best Practices
Closing Session
ClosingWay Forward & Declaration
Networking Dinner
Networking-
Sponsorship Categories
Title Sponsor (Exclusive)
NPR 15,00,000.00
• Top-tier branding across all materials
• Opening keynote opportunity
• Premium booth space
• 10 VIP passes
• Logo on live stream & whitepaper
In Association With (Co-Powered By)
NPR 12,00,000.00
• Secondary top-tier branding (next to Title Sponsor)
• Special address opportunity
• Premium booth space
• 8 VIP passes
• Logo on major event materials
Platinum Sponsor
NPR 10,00,000.00
• Prominent branding
• Speaking opportunity (panel)
• Premium booth
• 6 VIP passes
Gold Sponsor
NPR 8,00,000.00
• Logo on event materials
• Standard booth
• 4 VIP passes
Silver Sponsor
NPR 5,00,000.00
• Logo on website & backdrop
• Exhibition table
• 2 VIP passes
Supported by Sponsor
NPR 3,00,000.00
• Logo on website & backdrop
• 1 complimentary pass
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