The Indian government has notified amended IT Rules 2026, imposing tighter deadlines for social media platforms to remove deepfakes and unlawful content, while mandating labeling for AI-generated material.
The UIDAI has introduced a new Aadhaar app designed around data minimization principles, significantly strengthening security measures and user privacy for digital identity verification.
Chandigarh cyber police have arrested a 25-year-old man for allegedly defrauding a woman of Rs 40 lakh by posing as a tantrik on social media, using fear and faith tactics.
Elon Musk has announced that X will conduct rigorous security tests on its X Chat feature and open source the code, inviting third-party experts to identify and report vulnerabilities.
Google confirms that over 40% of active Android devices, running Android 12 or older without security updates, are exposed to malware and spyware threats, urging users to upgrade.
Pune cyber police arrested four individuals for allegedly defrauding an 85-year-old retired entrepreneur of Rs 22.03 crore through fake online share-trading promises. The suspects provided mule bank accounts used in the largest cyber fraud case under Pune
A Lucknow resident was defrauded of over Rs 7 lakh by cyber criminals posing as trading experts. The scam involved fake profits, IPO promises, and a Rs 1 crore illusion.
A New Town senior citizen was allegedly defrauded of Rs 3.8 lakh via a KYC update scam initiated through a WhatsApp call. Police have filed an FIR and are investigating the multi-platform transaction trail.
A 50-year-old private employee from Bowrampet, Hyderabad, was defrauded of ₹1.13 crore through a fake online stock trading platform. Cyberabad Cyber Crime police have registered a cheating case after the victim was lured via social media.
A 68-year-old retired teacher from Madhapur, Hyderabad, was defrauded of ₹24.9 lakh by criminals posing as UIDAI and Mumbai Cyber Crime officials in a digital arrest scam. Police have registered a case and issued warnings.
A business lawyer from Godhani was defrauded of ₹50 lakh after being added to a WhatsApp group promising guaranteed returns. Cyber police have registered a case, suspecting victims across India may have lost crores.
A Roorkee farmer lost Rs 6 lakh to cyber fraudsters who used a deepfake voice call impersonating his son, claiming he was detained in a fake criminal case. Police have registered a case and issued warnings.
Australia's eSafety regulator is testing Roblox's compliance with child safety commitments, following the country's 2025 social media ban for under-16s. The platform faces potential fines up to A$49.5 million for non-compliance.
The Indian government has established a high-level committee to address the rising threat of digital arrest cybercrime, as informed to the Supreme Court. This move aims to enhance coordination and develop robust strategies against such sophisticated onlin
Himachal Pradesh faces a sharp increase in sim swap fraud, where criminals hijack mobile numbers to steal money. Learn what it is and key steps to safeguard your finances.
German security agencies warn of a sophisticated phishing campaign on Signal Messenger targeting politicians, military officials, and journalists. The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Federal Office for Information Security have i
At the Delhi Literature Festival, I4C Director Nishant Kumar highlighted the rise of 'digital arrest' scams, where fraudsters impersonate police to extort money. He emphasized public awareness and coordination to combat cybercrime in Digital India.
A new scam technique forces 5G smartphones to downgrade to 2G networks, enabling criminals to intercept fake bank SMS messages and steal sensitive financial data from unsuspecting users.
Rockwell Automation has established a new Security Operations Center in Singapore to enhance industrial cybersecurity across the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on threat detection and response.
Delhi Police arrests two men for orchestrating a massive digital arrest scam involving over Rs 100 crore and 190 cyber fraud complaints. Victims were threatened with arrest by impersonators.
A 72-year-old retired municipal official in Lucknow narrowly avoided a Rs 35 lakh cyber fraud after bank staff intervened. He warns seniors not to panic during 'digital arrest' scams and contact authorities immediately.
Cybercriminals in Ahmedabad are using a new credit card scam that creates massive debt in victims' names before they even receive their physical cards, exploiting digital banking gaps.
A doctor in Ahmedabad's Paldi area was blackmailed after a former CCTV installer exploited unchanged default passwords to access private clinic footage. Police arrested the accused who demanded Rs 40,000.
A 40-year-old man from Suratkal, Udupi, was allegedly defrauded of over Rs 14 lakh by cybercriminals promising high returns through fake investment schemes via phone calls, Zoom meetings, and emails.
Bhubaneswar cyber police arrest a West Bengal trader for his alleged role in a sophisticated online investment scam that defrauded a 67-year-old man of over Rs 50 lakh using fake trading platforms and WhatsApp groups.
Three men, including two Axis Bank employees, arrested in Gurgaon for cheating a victim via a fake USDT trading portal and app, with Rs 50 lakh transferred to a fraudulent firm.
Police in Himachal Pradesh warn of a new cybercrime method where criminals use call forwarding to impersonate officials and steal money. Authorities advise vigilance and verification.
A new EY-FICCI survey reveals cybersecurity breaches, geopolitical uncertainty, and climate events as the most critical risks for Indian companies, forcing strategic shifts toward resilience.
Delhi Police have successfully nabbed five individuals involved in cyber fraud, marking a significant crackdown on digital crime in the capital. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat online scams and protect citizens from financial losses.
Entrepreneur Nick Davidov's AI assistant accidentally wiped 15 years of family photos. The incident underscores critical risks of AI file access and the lifesaving role of cloud backups like iCloud's 30-day recovery feature.