TechD Cybersecurity Launches TECHD ONE AI-Native Platform

TechD Cybersecurity Limited has announced the launch of its flagship AI-native unified cybersecurity platform, branded TECHD ONE, effective May 21, 2026. This strategic move marks the company's transition from a traditional Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) to an AI-native cybersecurity products and platform company. The platform is architected as a seven-module unified stack, with Phase 1 introducing four production-ready modules designed to address diverse enterprise security needs.

Phase 1 Modules

The initial release of TECHD ONE comprises four AI-native, multi-tenant modules deployable across private cloud environments. These modules are:

Module Name	Category	Brief Description
Dark Vector AI	Digital Risk Protection (DRP)	AI-powered autonomous external attack surface management and dark-web, Deep-web threat intelligence and brand protection suite.
HumanTrust AI	Human Risk Management (HRM)	AI-powered behavioral risk intelligence covering phishing, vishing, smishing and insider threats.
OT Shield AI	Vulnerability Intelligence Platform	Vulnerability Intelligence for operational-technology and ICS security for industrial and critical-infrastructure environments.
Provenance AI	Software Supply Chain Security	Enterprise platform powered by indigenous Sovereign AI Models - Lion, Eagle and Griffin (powered by Safeguard.sh).

Strategic Developments

In parallel with the platform launch, TechD Cybersecurity Limited has commenced a dedicated “Cybersecurity for AI” practice. This new vertical will offer services such as LLM Security Scanning, AI Runtime Protection, AI Red Teaming, and ISO/IEC 42001 Advisory. Additionally, the company has migrated its primary corporate digital identity from www.techdefencelabs.com to www.techdefence.ai , reflecting its repositioning towards AI-native solutions.

Future Outlook

Revenue contribution from the TECHD ONE Phase 1 modules is expected to begin in the current quarter. The company anticipates material revenue visibility over the next 2–4 quarters as the platform is rolled out to its existing base of 500+ enterprise customers, new domestic clients, and international markets including Canada, GCC, ASEAN, EU, and ANZ regions. Three additional modules—SecOps AI, PrivacyOps AI, and Identity Guard—are currently under development for Phase 2.

TechD Cybersecurity Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shree Warana Vibhag Shikshan Mandal's Warana University to jointly establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence. The agreement was executed on 12 May 2026 and is valid for three years, extendable by mutual written agreement. This collaboration aims to address the shortage of skilled professionals and the growing complexity of digital threats by integrating academic rigor with industry application.

Partnership Overview

The MoU brings together TechD Cybersecurity Limited, a CERT-In empanelled and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), and Warana University, Maharashtra's first State Public University established under the Cluster University concept. The partnership focuses on establishing a fully equipped live Cybersecurity Lab at Tatyasaheb Kore Institute of Engineering & Technology (TKIET), a constituent institute of Warana University. Warana University is not a Related Party of TechD Cybersecurity Limited as defined under Section 2(76) of the Companies Act, 2013.

Key Collaboration Components

The partnership encompasses a broad range of academic, research, and industry initiatives designed to enhance student employability and industry readiness. The following table outlines the major components of the MoU:

Component	Details
Centre of Excellence	Cybersecurity & AI at TKIET, featuring a fully equipped live Cybersecurity Lab
Joint Academic Programs	B.Tech (Cyber Security / AI-ML), M.Sc., MBA, MCA in Cybersecurity, and Diploma in Cyber Law
Faculty Certification	Industry-certified faculty (CEH, OSCP, CISSP, CISM) deployed by TechD
Student Internships	Summer internships for eligible students
Live Consultancy	Students work on real enterprise VAPT, SOC, and audit engagements before graduation
Additional Initiatives	Licensed enterprise tools, joint conferences, workshops, and hackathons

Commercial Terms

The MoU includes structured commercial arrangements expected to generate recurring revenue for TechD. The key financial terms are detailed below:

Commercial Term	Details
Faculty Deployment	Approximately 10 certified faculty members deployed at Warana University for the current academic year
Retainer Fee per Faculty	₹1,00,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month, based on qualifications, certifications, and industry experience
Enterprise Consultancy Revenue Share	50:50 split of net CoE consultancy revenues between TechD and Warana University, after deducting operational and infrastructure expenses
Consultancy Services	VAPT, Managed SOC, Penetration Testing, Threat Intelligence, and Security Audit services to enterprise clients
MoU Duration	12 May 2026 to 11 May 2029, extendable by mutual written agreement

All commercial engagements are governed by the terms of the MoU and definitive agreements executed thereunder. The financial impact on the Company's revenues will depend on the actual deployment of faculty and the volume of enterprise consultancy engagements.

Expected Impact

The MoU is expected to create a recurring and scalable revenue stream from faculty deployment retainer fees and generate additional enterprise consultancy revenues through the CoE. It aims to build a pipeline of industry-trained cybersecurity talent aligned to TechD's service verticals and strengthen TechD's brand as a leading MSSP with deep academic engagement across India. The Company does not anticipate any adverse financial or operational impact arising from this MoU.