Digital by Design. Intelligent by Default.
13th March, 2026 | Delhi
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About the Summit
About the Summit India’s digital economy is projected to cross $1 trillion by 2030, shaped by more than 100,000 digital-native enterprises that have redefined how businesses are created and scaled. As this ecosystem matures, the conversation around growth is evolving. Scale is no longer measured by speed alone, but by the strength and clarity of the systems that support it.
The 2nd Edition of Digital Native Nexus, presented by The Mainstream, is anchored in this shift. The summit brings together founders, CXOs, and functional leaders to reflect on what it takes to build digital-native organisations capable of consistent performance and long-term relevance.
Through carefully framed discussions on platforms, security, leadership, and customer experience, Digital Native Nexus 2026 offers perspective for leaders focused not only on growth, but on building organisations designed to endure.
Founders, CXOs, and digital-native leaders
Speakers across cloud, cybersecurity, D2C, fintech, and platforms
Execution-focused sessions
Key takeaways
Scale demands structure, not just speed
Platforms and cloud shape the business, not the other way around
Trust and security underpin sustainable growth
Peer-led dialogue delivers the most value
Digital Native Nexus 2026 builds on these insights with a sharper focus and deeper conversations around what it truly takes to scale well.
Who’s leading the room?
Founders & Co‑Founders
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Information Officer
Chief Architects
CPOs & Heads of Engineering
CISOs & Security Leaders
CISOs & Security Leaders
Chief Marketing Officer
Growth & Experience Leaders
Platform, API & Cloud Leaders
Operators scaling digital‑first businesses
Speakers
Khushbu Soni
Co-Founder & CEO
The Mainstream
Avinash Gupta
Senior Director of Engineering
PW (PhysicsWallah)
Hitesh Singla
Co-Founder & CIO
Square Yards
Rohit Manghnani
Chief Product and Technology Officer
Awfis Space Solutions Limited
Dr. Shakti Goel
Chief Architect & Data Scientist
Yatra Online Ltd.
Industries
D2C
FinTech
SaaS
RetailTech
AdTech
Content Commerce
Platforms
AI-native startups
Focus 2026 – Digital by Design. Intelligent by Default
Enterprises that were once digital‑led are now becoming intelligence‑led.
From AI copilots embedded in operations to predictive commerce, API‑driven platforms, and automated security — the next generation of digital natives will be defined by how seamlessly intelligence is woven into every layer of the business.
This theme reflects the evolution of India’s digital ecosystem — from adoption to architecture, from growth to governance.
Key Focus Areas
AI‑First Business Models
How GenAI, automation, and predictive intelligence are reshaping products, teams, and competitive advantage.
The API Economy & Platform Engineering
APIs as revenue engines, interoperability layers, and the backbone of scalable digital ecosystems.
Cloud, Infrastructure & Cost Intelligence
Building AI‑ready, resilient infrastructure with observability, FinOps discipline, and cloud‑smart strategies.
Cybersecurity for Digital‑First Enterprises
Zero‑trust architectures, identity‑first security, post‑AI observability, and cyber resilience at scale.
Experience, Retention & Trust
Designing frictionless journeys, intelligent personalisation, and loyalty loops that convert users into communities.
Leadership & the Operator Playbook
Culture, governance, decision‑making, and execution rhythms for scaling intelligently in high‑velocity environments.
What to Expect
Insight-rich keynotes from digital-native leaders
Curated panel discussions led by operators, not theorists
Practical frameworks for AI, platform, and security readiness
High-quality peer networking with India’s digital-native ecosystem
Awards recognising excellence in digital-native innovation
Every session is designed to be relevant, grounded, and immediately actionable.
Recognising the Leaders Building Intelligent Digital Enterprises
The Digital Native Nexus Awards celebrate individuals and organisations shaping India’s next generation of digital-native businesses.
As enterprises evolve from digital-first to intelligence-led, these awards honour those driving meaningful impact across technology, execution, innovation, and cybersecurity — building not just for growth, but for endurance.
Award Categories
Cybersecurity Visionary Leader Award
Digital Visionary Excellence Award
Excellence in Tech Execution Award
Innovation-Led Impact Award
Tech-Led Visionary Award
Nominations
Nominations are open to founders, CXOs, technology leaders, and high-performing teams across India’s digital-native ecosystem.
This is a platform to recognise work that reflects strategic clarity, scalable execution, and leadership aligned with the future of intelligent enterprise.
A Moment of Recognition at Digital Native Nexus 2026
The awards will be presented at Digital Native Nexus 2026, alongside India’s most influential digital-native founders, operators, and technology decision-makers.
Join the community shaping what digital-native excellence looks like next.
Why should you be a part?
Because the next phase of India’s digital story will not be led by who moves fastest — but by who builds smartest.
Digital Native Nexus 2026 equips you with the insight, connections, and clarity needed to scale responsibly, securely, and intelligently.
The Partner Advantage
Digital Native Nexus 2026 is designed as a high-intent, decision-maker–led ecosystem — making partnership about influence, not just visibility.
As a partner, you unlock:
Direct Access to Decision-Makers
Engage with founders, CTOs, CISOs, product leaders, and operators actively shaping digital-native organisations.
Thought Leadership, Not Logo Placement
Position your brand as a strategic enabler through curated sessions, panels, and contextual storytelling.
Deep Category Alignment
Map your solutions to core conversations around AI readiness, platform engineering, cloud intelligence, cybersecurity, and experience-led growth.
High-Quality, Curated Engagement
Fewer booths, more conversations — enabling meaningful one-on-one interactions with the right audience.
Brand Association with Digital Maturity
Align with a summit that stands for intelligent scale, responsible innovation, and long-term impact.
Past Partners
Presenting Partner
Gold Partner
Technology Partner
Cyber Security Partner
Data Partner
For Speaking Opportunities
Yasmeen Shaikh
+91 80975 52054
yasmeen.shaikh@mercadeo.co.in
Batul Merchant
+91 86556 39364
batul.merchant@mercadeo.co.in
For Sponsorship Opportunities
Abhishek Mohite
+91 98210 14576
abhishek.mohite@mercadeo.co.in
Sunny Bathija
+91 80975 52059
sunny.bathija@mercadeo.co.in
Poonam Devalia
+91 84258 94494
poonam.devalia@mercadeo.co.in
Glimpse of Previous Edition
What started as CIO News in June 2020 grew rapidly into a trusted resource for CIOs, CISOs, and tech leaders, focusing on cybersecurity and emerging technologies. With 70,000+ subscribers and 500+ podcasts, the platform recognized tech’s expanding role across all industries. In November 2024, it rebranded to The Mainstream to reflect the wider influence of technology. Now, with a global reach across the Middle East, ASEAN, USA, and UK, The Mainstream continues to provide insightful content that keeps professionals ahead of the curve.
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