ED Arrests Director in App Investment Scam Case
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested a company director in connection with a major app-based investment fraud scheme, intensifying its crackdown on digital financial crimes across India.
Category : Cybersecurity
UK Wants Google to Allow Sites to Opt Out of AI Overviews
Britain's competition watchdog pushes Google to allow publishers to opt out of AI Overviews and AI model training, aiming to restore fair competition in search.
Google Android Theft Protection: AI Security Updates
Google unveils comprehensive Android security updates including Theft Protection suite with AI motion sensing, enhanced biometric locks, and remote recovery tools to combat financial fraud globally.
NIA Court Sentences Accused in Pakistan Espionage Case
A special NIA court in Visakhapatnam sentenced Altafhusen Ghanchibhai to 5.5 years imprisonment for his role in a Pakistan-led espionage conspiracy involving fraudulent SIM card use and social media misuse.
Ludhiana Man Held in Rs 1,100 Crore Cybercrime Racket
A major Indian cybercrime racket involving a staggering Rs 1,100 crore fraud has been exposed, with six individuals, including a man from Ludhiana, arrested in connection with the sophisticated operation.
Mangaluru Resort Director Cheated by Fake Website Fraudsters
In a concerning cybercrime incident in Mangaluru, fraudsters have created a fake website impersonating Summer Sands Beach Resort to cheat tourists. The resort's director has filed a complaint after discovering the fraudulent online operation.
Meta Adds Lockdown Security to WhatsApp Against Cyber Attacks
Meta has launched 'Strict Account Settings,' a new lockdown-style security feature for WhatsApp designed to protect users from sophisticated cyber attacks like Pegasus spyware. Learn how this enhanced protection works.
Consumer Guide to Digital Service Limits and Risks
Explore the essential limits and risks consumers face with digital services, including data privacy, hidden costs, and legal protections. Learn how to safeguard your rights in the digital age.
Pune: Rs 1.4 Crore Lost in Online Trading Scams
Two Pune residents lost Rs 1.4 crore in separate online share-trading scams. A Bibvewadi woman and Wagholi software developer were promised high returns before being defrauded by cybercriminals.
WhatsApp's Strict Account Settings: How to Enable
Meta introduces WhatsApp's Strict Account Settings, offering extreme privacy protections for journalists and vulnerable users against sophisticated cyber attacks. Learn how to enable this lockdown-style mode.
Ex-VC Loses Rs 35 Lakh in Digital Arrest Fraud, Held Captive
A 77-year-old former vice chancellor in Kolkata was cheated of Rs 35 lakh in a sophisticated digital arrest scam where fraudsters impersonated cyber crime officials and held him under virtual house arrest for nearly two weeks.
Kolkata Police Arrest Cyber Fraud Kingpin from Pune in Hotel Scam
Kolkata Police arrested Huzaifa Shabbir Darbar, the alleged mastermind of a cyber fraud gang, from Pune for running a fake hotel booking racket that duped 83 Kolkata residents of Rs 13.6 lakh over seven months.
Google Pays $68M to Settle Voice Assistant Privacy Lawsuit
Google agrees to pay $68 million to settle class-action lawsuit alleging its voice assistant illegally recorded conversations without user consent. Settlement awaits court approval.
Ex-Amadeus Manager Charged for €8M Data Theft in Bengaluru
A former senior manager at Amadeus Software Labs India has been charged by Whitefield police for allegedly stealing proprietary source code worth €8 million. The case involves unauthorized access and data transfer to personal email.
Faridabad Police Arrest 2 in Cyber Fraud Case
Faridabad Police have arrested two individuals for their involvement in a significant cyber fraud scheme, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat digital crime in the region.
Massive Data Theft Reported by Bengaluru Firm, FIR Filed
A private company in Bengaluru has reported a massive data theft incident, leading to the filing of an FIR. The case highlights growing cybersecurity threats to corporate data in India's tech capital.
Bhuj Senior Loses Rs 83 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
A 60-year-old Bhuj retiree was extorted of Rs 83.44 lakh over two months by cybercriminals impersonating TRAI, Mumbai Police, CBI, and Supreme Court officials through continuous video calls and threats.
Rajkot Police Arrest Two More in Digital Arrest Fraud Case
Rajkot police have arrested two more accused from Karnal, Haryana, in a major digital arrest fraud case involving a 76-year-old resident. The total arrests now stand at 16.
CID Arrests Two in Cybercrime-as-a-Service Crackdown
Gujarat CID's Cyber Centre of Excellence arrests two from Gwalior for running websites providing virtual numbers and OTPs to fraudsters, uncovering Rs 17.54 lakh in transactions.
Coimbatore Man Arrested for Abusive Social Media Posts
A 36-year-old man from Coimbatore was arrested by cybercrime police for posting abusive messages and photos of a woman and her mother on social media platforms.
Hyderabad Cyber Fraud: Rs 650 Crore Laundered via Mule Accounts
Khammam police reveal Udathaneni Vikas Chowdary, an absconding engineering graduate, supplied 110 bank accounts to an international cyber scam network. About Rs 650 crore was transacted, with suspects allegedly pocketing over Rs 60 crore.
Khanna Police Bust Fraud Ring, Recover ₹21.4 Lakh from Doctor
Khanna cybercrime officials dismantled a multi-state fraud operation, arresting three suspects and recovering ₹21.4 lakh stolen from a local doctor through a fake government grant scheme.
Zuckerberg Blocked Chatbot Safety Curbs for Minors: Filing
Internal Meta emails reveal CEO Mark Zuckerberg allegedly intervened to prevent restrictions on sex-talking chatbots for minors, according to a New Mexico court filing.
Man Arrested for Digital Arrest Scam Extorting Elderly Woman
Bhubaneswar police arrested a 39-year-old man from Tirupati for allegedly subjecting an elderly woman to digital arrest for 10 days and coercing her into paying Rs 30 lakh by impersonating TRAI, Mumbai police, and ED officials.
Vizag Police Arrest 4 for Promoting Illegal Cricket Betting Apps
Cybercrime police in Visakhapatnam have arrested four individuals, including three engineering graduates, for allegedly promoting illegal online cricket betting platforms through Telegram channels under the AP Gaming Act-1974 and other relevant laws.
WhatsApp's New Strict Account Settings Boost Security
WhatsApp introduces Strict Account Settings, a high-security feature offering stronger protection against hackers, especially for journalists and public figures.
Tech Giants Face Trial Over Child Addiction Claims
Meta, TikTok, and YouTube are set for a high-stakes trial in 2026 over allegations their platforms addict and harm children, sparking global scrutiny on tech accountability.
Mangaluru Resort Reports Fake Website Scam
The director of Summer Sands Beach Resort in Ullal, Mangaluru, has filed a complaint alleging that unidentified persons created a fake website to cheat tourists by collecting advance payments for room bookings through unauthorized means.
WhatsApp Rolls Out Strict Account Settings Feature
WhatsApp introduces Strict Account Settings to protect users from sophisticated cyber threats, as the company faces a lawsuit alleging backdoor access to encrypted messages.
Netanyahu's Taped Phone Camera Sparks Cybersecurity Debate
A photo of Israeli PM Netanyahu with tape over his phone camera has ignited discussions about digital security protocols for officials and average citizens on social media platform X.
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