Starting March 1, 2026, CIO&Leader has moved from 9.9 Group to ET Edge. This transition also includes the CISO Forum and ITNEXT brands.
While this reflects a change in ownership, more importantly, it signals the start of a new phase—one defined by greater scale, expanded reach, and a stronger ecosystem to drive future growth.
What remains unchanged is our core strength. The brand, the editorial philosophy, and the team you know and trust remain the same. The relationships we have built with you through consistent, practitioner-led engagement remain intact.
What changes is the stage.
As part of ET Edge, an initiative of The Times Group, CIO&Leader now operates within one of India’s most influential media and business ecosystems. This is not just about expanded reach—it places enterprise technology conversations within the broader narrative of business strategy, economic direction, and industry transformation.
“As part of ET Edge, an initiative of The Times Group, CIO&Leader now operates within one of India’s most influential media and business ecosystems, amplifying its reach and impact among business and technology leaders.”
In many ways, my own journey with this platform reflects that same continuity. I first joined in 2009, during the early days of CIO&Leader (then The CTO Forum) & ITNEXT and spent nearly three years helping shape their foundations. After a few years, I returned post-COVID as Editor, reconnecting with a platform that had evolved alongside its community. Today, as Chief Editor, that journey comes full circle—rooted in the same purpose, now with a wider canvas.
That sense of continuity extends beyond individuals to the platform itself. Over the years, CIO&Leader, along with NEXT100 and CISO Forum, has grown alongside the enterprise technology ecosystem. Over the past 25 years, many of you have been part of this journey in different roles—as participants, contributors, jurors, and winners. That continuity speaks to both the strength of the platform and the way this community has evolved together.
Looking ahead, our priority remains consistency in editorial quality, depth, and engagement. At the same time, you will see a broader footprint—not through a shift in intent, but through expanded reach and relevance. The objective is clear: to ensure that the insights, experiences, and leadership emerging from this community are amplified at the scale they deserve.
It is also important to acknowledge those who have shaped this journey. I thank Vikas Gupta, Co-founder of 9.9 Group and former Editorial Director, for his vision and leadership in building these platforms. As he moves into retirement, his contribution remains foundational to what CIO&Leader represents today.
To our CIO and CISO community—thank you for your continued trust and engagement. As we step into this next phase, there is both excitement for what lies ahead and a sense of nostalgia for the journey so far. With your continued support, we look forward to taking this platform to new heights.