C Sarath Babu
Security Researcher | Quantum Mechanics & Philosophy Aficionado
Bengaluru, India
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Hi, I'm C. Sarath Babu. I work as a cybersecurity specialist , I’ve been diving deep into the world of quantum AI research as well. Over the years, I’ve authored three books, and I’ve also had the opportunity to contribute to national-level cybercrime investigations and work on AI-driven security innovations.
I enjoy speaking at tech forums and conferences, especially where I can explore how AI, cybersecurity, and even philosophy intersect — it’s a space I’m really passionate about. I’m also a big supporter of open-source security projects and spend a lot of time building secure, AI-powered systems that help shape the future of digital ecosystems.
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Running Sovereign AI on the Edge: From Fine-Tuning to Device Execution with Open Source LLMs
As AI becomes increasingly embedded in our daily lives and critical systems, the need for data sovereignty and compute efficiency is more urgent than ever. Cloud-based AI models, while powerful, often raise concerns about privacy, control, and long-term sustainability — especially in regions with strict data regulations or limited internet access.
In this talk, I’ll demonstrate how developers can take back control by fine-tuning and deploying small yet capable language models (like Qwen3) completely offline, using fully open-source tools. We’ll cover the full pipeline — from fine-tuning on CPU-based hardware to exporting optimized GGUF models and running them on edge devices using llama.cpp. I'll also showcase a real-world use case where these models are integrated into an Android app to perform tool-calling tasks (e.g., setting alarms, sending WhatsApp messages) without ever needing to touch the cloud.
Weaponizing OSINT: How Hackers Turn Public Data into Critical Exploits
Most cyberattacks don't start with fancy hacking tools—they start with Google searches. Attackers today are digital detectives, piecing together your LinkedIn posts, GitHub repositories, and PDF metadata to build devastating attack chains. In this session, I'll show you exactly how modern threat actors think, using real examples from cybercrime investigations to reveal how they turn innocent corporate data into powerful weapons. You'll walk away with practical tools to audit your organization's digital footprint before the bad guys find your vulnerabilities.
Quantum Computing Essentials: From Classical to Quantum Programming for Beginners
This beginner-friendly session introduces the fundamentals of quantum computing for developers with classical programming backgrounds. We'll demystify quantum concepts through practical examples and open-source tools, exploring:
◆ Core quantum computing principles and how they differ from classical computing
◆ Programming with popular open-source quantum frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Pennylane)
◆ Basic quantum algorithms that demonstrate quantum advantage
◆ Introduction to Quantum Machine Learning applications and use cases
◆ Practical approaches to integrate quantum solutions with existing classical systems
Attendees will gain hands-on experience with quantum programming basics, understand the current quantum computing landscape, and learn how to start experimenting with quantum algorithms using open-source tools—all without requiring advanced physics knowledge.
AI-Driven Open Source Security: Strengthening DevSecOps with Intelligent Automation
As open-source adoption grows, so do security risks. Traditional security approaches struggle to keep pace with evolving threats, making AI-driven automation essential. This session explores how AI transforms open-source security, from automated vulnerability detection and threat intelligence to proactive risk mitigation in DevSecOps workflows.
We’ll discuss:
◆ How AI models detect and remediate vulnerabilities in open-source projects.
◆ Real-world success stories of AI-powered DevSecOps.
◆ Open-source AI security tools for CI/CD pipelines.
◆ Balancing AI automation with human oversight in cybersecurity.
Attendees will gain practical insights into integrating AI into security workflows, securing the software supply chain, and ensuring compliance without slowing development. Whether you're a developer, security engineer, or open-source contributor, this talk will equip you with cutting-edge AI security strategies to safeguard open-source ecosystems.
C Sarath Babu
Security Researcher | Quantum Mechanics & Philosophy Aficionado
Bengaluru, India
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