Pantherun Technologies was founded by Srinivas Shekar (CEO) and Tiffany Chan (COO). It was officially launched on 25th September 2019 and is headquartered out of Bangalore, with offices in Germany, Taiwan and the United States.
Security by design starts at the whiteboard stage & security needs to be part of the first conversation:
What sets Pantherun’s patented encryption solution apart is that it is interoperable, no key exchange, zero code integration and zero format change.
It uses an AI-defined key generation process that runs a statistical correlation algorithm to find a unique 128, 192, or 256 bit number for every transmission between a particular source or destination.
Security dive.in , recently had a conversation with Srinivas Shekar, founder & CEO of Pantherun Technologies, on the ever growing data breaches challenges, today organisation facing globally.
According to him Pantherun’s patented encryption technology not only makes data breaches 10x harder but is also resistant to quantum computers and side channel attacks, making it the ideal solution against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks.
His goal with Pantherun Technologies is to build a disruptive approach to data protection in the complex modern digital landscape.
With 25 years of experience spanning engineering to executive, he has a demonstrated ability to build and run high-performance global teams.
Securitydive.in: The current data breach happening mainly on retail sector, what according to you the focus areas where missing link you see?
Srinivas Shekar: The thinking across the IT sector, and in retail as well, is that spending more money, having more hardware and software, generates protection. Unfortunately, this isn’t necessarily true.
More hardware and software only adds to the complexity and makes protection against attacks that much harder.
Also the impact of power consumed on the environment, by inefficient use of hardware and software is neglected. Many breaches occur due to fragmented systems, outdated configurations, and inconsistent monitoring.
Retailers manage large volumes of customer data, yet basic security practices like timely patching, strong access controls, and end-to-end encryption are often neglected. Another critical gap is third-party risk, where retailers fail to assess and monitor the security of their partners, including payment processors, logistics providers, and marketing platforms.
Securitydive.in: How CISO’s can be more proactive?
Srinivas Shekar: A proactive CISO actively hunts for weaknesses before attackers do, rather than simply reacting to incidents.
That means continuous security testing, red teaming, and threat intelligence should be part of the daily routine, not just annual exercises. Also, staying close to business operations is key, understanding new product launches, marketing campaigns, or tech rollouts early helps CISOs spot potential risks before they become
real problems. Continuously checking for vulnerabilities of networks and data protection is the only way to go.
Securitydive.in: Security by design how can this be included in product development?
Srinivas Shekar: Security by design starts at the whiteboard stage. If you’re building a new app, setting up a new payment system, or moving to the cloud, security needs to be part of the first conversation.
That includes embedding secure coding practices, enforcing least-privilege access from day one, and running security reviews at every project milestone.
When security is “baked in” rather than “bolted on,” you not only reduce risks but also save a lot of time and money down the line.
Securitydive.in : From Devsecops perspectives what points to be followed?
Srinivas Shekar: In DevSecOps, the main idea is to shift security left and bring security testing as early in the development pipeline as possible. Automated code scanning, dependency checks, and container security are basics. Securing the code base with encryption is also key, as worms introduced in the code base can impact deployment long term.
But beyond tools, it’s about culture, developers, operations, and security teams need to work as one unit. Regular training, clear coding standards, and a shared responsibility mindset make a huge difference.
Securitydive.in : The traditional perception of a CISO has rapidly expanded to encompass strategic leadership, risk management, and innovation. How they can translate complex technical information into actionable insights for executive decision makers.
Srinivas Shekar: Today’s CISOs must be business strategists, speaking the language of the boardroom.
Instead of saying, “We found 200 vulnerabilities,” a modern CISO would explain, “Here are the top 3 issues that could impact our revenue or customer trust, and here’s what it will take to fix them.” It’s about framing security in terms of business outcomes, risk appetite, and ROI. When executives understand the “why” in simple terms, they are more likely to support the “how” with the necessary budgets and resources.
At the end Srinivas has goals with Pantherun Technologies is to build
a disruptive approach to data protection in the complex modern digital landscape. In 2014, he founded Atech Solutions with investment from Taiwan and between 2014 and 2019 he built and managed a 125-member Industrial Communication.
Product Design team for it, including a 60-member subsidiary in India and a partner network across India, Europe, Russia, and the Americas.
Mr. Srinivas holds a Computer Science Engineering degree from Bangalore and a Masters in Computer Engineering from Case Western Reserve University. He is part of the AMD Security Working Group, and currently leads Pantherun Technologies’ operations out of
Bangalore.
