NexusOne+ has been announced as the winner of HackNusa 2026, a cybersecurity hackathon organized by Kaspersky and Telkom University. The winning team secured the top position with Qerity, an on device verification and community awareness platform designed to address risks associated with illegal online lending in Indonesia. The competition brought together teams focused on developing practical cybersecurity solutions, with participants presenting ideas aimed at improving digital safety and addressing challenges emerging within the online environment.
HackNusa 2026 provided a platform for cybersecurity innovators to develop and showcase solutions within a limited timeframe. The event challenged participants to transform ideas into practical projects while exploring ways technology can support safer digital experiences. During the hackathon, teams worked on cybersecurity related concepts and presented their solutions, with NexusOne+ standing out through its Qerity project. The platform focuses on on device verification and community awareness, aiming to help users identify and better understand risks associated with illegal online lending activities. By combining technology with public awareness, the project reflects efforts to address digital challenges through preventive approaches and user education.
As the winning team, NexusOne+ received a prize of IDR 13 million along with up to USD 2,500 worth of Kaspersky xTraining courses to further enhance their cybersecurity knowledge and skills. The recognition highlights the team’s efforts in creating a solution that connects cybersecurity technology with real world concerns affecting online users. Kaspersky and Telkom University organized the hackathon to encourage emerging cybersecurity talent and provide participants with opportunities to develop innovative approaches for addressing digital security challenges. The event also showcased the potential of young innovators to contribute to the development of cybersecurity solutions through creativity, technical expertise, and collaboration.
The achievement of NexusOne+ also reflects the growing focus on cybersecurity innovation in Indonesia, where organizations and technology communities are working to improve digital awareness and protection. The hackathon brought together participants who explored different approaches to strengthening online security and creating solutions that can support individuals and communities. Kaspersky highlighted the importance of encouraging new cybersecurity talent and supporting projects that can contribute to a safer digital ecosystem. With NexusOne+ taking the top recognition for Qerity, HackNusa 2026 demonstrated how collaborative platforms can help transform cybersecurity ideas into practical solutions while encouraging the next generation of security professionals to continue developing technologies that address evolving digital risks.
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