Kaspersky’s Global Partner Conference 2025 concluded its latest edition in Istanbul with a vibrant celebration of international collaboration, innovation, and achievement. Held from April 9 to 12, the conference brought together the cybersecurity company’s global network of partners under one roof to exchange ideas, explore new opportunities, and recognize exceptional performance. Among the key highlights of the event was the annual Kaspersky Partner Awards Ceremony, where outstanding contributors from various regions and sectors were honored for their achievements.
The event reinforced Kaspersky’s longstanding commitment to nurturing and celebrating its diverse global ecosystem. Representatives from dozens of countries came together in what was not only a strategic networking opportunity, but also a reflection of the growing importance of global partnerships in advancing cybersecurity solutions in an increasingly complex digital environment.
The Partner Awards Ceremony, held on April 10 as part of the multi-day conference, celebrated top-performing organizations whose efforts have driven innovation, growth, and security outcomes across Kaspersky’s markets. Among the recipients, Pakistan’s Trillium Information Security Systems stood out, earning the prestigious title of Partner of the Year. This recognition reflects Trillium’s significant contributions to cybersecurity in the region, including consistent excellence in customer delivery, commitment to innovation, and deep alignment with Kaspersky’s strategic objectives.
Other award winners included Microhard of Brazil, which was named Breakthrough Partner of the Year for its rapid growth and exceptional adaptation of Kaspersky’s technologies in emerging markets. From the Netherlands, ICTSlim was awarded MSP Partner of the Year for its strength in managed services, while Italy’s Meridian Group took home MSSP Partner of the Year for excellence in security services delivery. Bastion, from Russia, received the Enterprise Partner of the Year title, recognizing its expansive reach in the enterprise segment. Meanwhile, SCOPE Middle East, based in the UAE, earned the accolade of Distributor of the Year for its consistent channel success and impactful regional distribution.
This year’s theme emphasized global unity and shared growth, aligning with Kaspersky’s mission to build a safer digital world through strong partnerships. The event served not only as a celebration of achievements, but also as a platform for partners to explore how Kaspersky’s technologies—from endpoint protection to threat intelligence—can be leveraged to tackle today’s fast-evolving cyber threats.
For Pakistan, Trillium’s recognition as Partner of the Year is a significant milestone and a reflection of the country’s growing presence in the global cybersecurity space. It signals the increasing trust in Pakistani firms to lead digital resilience and secure complex IT environments on a global scale.
As Kaspersky continues to evolve its global partner strategy, events like the Global Partner Conference remain central to fostering deeper collaboration and inspiring innovation. By spotlighting those who have gone above and beyond, Kaspersky reinforces the value of community in cybersecurity and sets the stage for future growth across its partner ecosystem.
