CIFDAQ
CIFDAQ, India's pioneering Web3 ecosystem, has been conferred the prestigious âIndia's Rising Star' award at the Global Brand & Leadership Conclave 2025, hosted at the iconic House of Commons in London. Organised by The Brand Story, the conclave celebrates visionary brands and leaders driving global innovation, transformation, and trust.
The conclave is a grand celebration of visionary brands that have demonstrated exceptional innovation, impact, and leadership within their industries over the past year. The event brings together global thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to honour excellence in business and brand building on an international stage. The Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2025 brought together some of the most visionary leaders and emerging brands across industries. Recognised for its bold vision and transformative role in reshaping India's digital finance landscape, CIFDAQ emerged as a standout among global changemakers, reaffirming the strength of Indian innovation on the world stage.
Founded in 2024, CIFDAQ has swiftly evolved from a concept to one of India's most promising fintech ecosystems. Unlike traditional exchanges, CIFDAQ integrates trading, learning, and innovation into a seamless user-first platform, built to simplify digital asset adoption while upholding transparency, security, and compliance.
CIFDAQ's vision is deeply rooted in building trust and accessibility. Designed with a user-centric approach, the platform caters especially to India's digital-first population. It recognises that many individuals are still new to blockchain and digital finance, and has therefore integrated education into its core. The platform's "Learn Before You Earn" model enables users to understand crypto before investing in it, thus demystifying what is often perceived as a complex financial space.
Expressing gratitude for the recognition, Mr. Himanshu Maradiya, Founder & Chairman, CIFDAQ said, "We are incredibly honoured to be recognised as âIndia's Rising Star' at the Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2025. Winning this award isn't just a milestone, it's a testament to the fact that the future of Web3 is being built now, and we're at the forefront of it. This achievement fuels our commitment to build transformative technology that empowers communities, industries, and the decentralised future we all believe in. This award belongs to the builders, the believers, and everyone challenging the status quo of finance and technology. We're just getting started."
Closing the award ceremony, Dr. Abhay Kaushik, Director and Editor-in-Chief, The Brand Story, said "CIFDAQ represents the spirit of a rising India - innovative, bold, and deeply committed to building trust in a rapidly evolving digital world. Their win as âIndia's Rising Star' at the Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2025 is not just well deserved, it is a signal of the bright future they are creating for the entire Web3 ecosystem. The Brand Story is proud to honour CIFDAQ as India's Rising Star."
Echoing the sentiment, Siddesh Pathre, Managing Partner, The Brand Story, added, "CIFDAQ is a perfect example of what the future of finance looks like when innovation meets integrity. Their commitment to user education, security, and scalable innovation makes them truly deserving of the âIndia's Rising Star' title at the Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2025. At The Brand Story, we are proud to celebrate a brand that is not only transforming technology but also empowering a new generation of digital citizens."
At the heart of CIFDAQ's innovation lies its ambition to become more than a trading platform. The company is building a robust, future-ready architecture that serves as a gateway into the broader Web3 world. It is preparing to launch an advanced suite of products for both retail and institutional users, aimed at democratising tools and technologies that were previously reserved for high-end market players. This includes features such as algorithmic strategy trading interfaces, highly secure multi-party computation wallets, and structured digital asset portfolios. Additionally, the upcoming CIFDAQ Prime service will cater to high-net-worth individuals and institutions, offering enhanced liquidity access, strategic insights, and personalised support.
CIFDAQ is proudly rooted in Indian innovation but built with a global vision. While its products and services are tailored to meet the needs of Indian users, its technological infrastructure is built to scale internationally, offering a seamless experience to users across geographies.
