Shiv Nadar University Chennai Emerges Winners at IIT Madras Hackathon

IIT Madras Shaastra: SNU Chennai students secured the top spot in the Encryptocon Hackathon hosted by Shaastra, IIT Madras, securing prizes worth Rs. 8 Lakhs in recognition of their achievements. Check details here 

IIT Madras Shaastra Fest: Shiv Nadar University Chennai celebrates a momentous win as its students excel in the Encryptocon Hackathon, a collaborative effort by Shaastra, IIT Madras, and Temenos. Amidst a competitive field comprising 300 teams and 900 participants engaged in a rigorous 24-hour challenge, seven teams from SNU Chennai participated, with an impressive four securing positions within the top 6.

In the hackathon, Team Krypton, comprising of third-year students from Shiv Nadar University Chennai - L Achintya, Adithya Vedhamani, K Lohith Saradhi, and Vishwa Kumaresh- secured the top spot, each earning a Macbook Pro as their prize.

Team Krypton focused on "Behavior Analysis of Financial Fraudulent Transactions," a crucial topic in today's digital age where 93% of banking fraud occurs online. To address this, the SNU Chennai students developed a practical solution: a behavioural analytics SaaS system using machine learning (ML) for real-time fraud detection. As the university continues to make strides in technological advancements, it stands as a testament to the talent and creativity nurtured within its walls.

Prof. S. K. Bhattacharyya, Vice Chancellor, and Dr. T. Nagarajan, Head of the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, applauded the students for their accomplishments, emphasizing the university's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and practical problem-solving among its students.

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Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras students hosted the 25th edition of Shaastra, annual techno-entertainment festival from January 3 to 7, 2024. The event witnessed various cutting-edge technology events focusing on cybersecurity, AI, ML, robotics, and more.

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