A Call, a Threat, a Transfer: What is a digital arrest and can a ‘kill switch’ stop it?

    A Call, a Threat, a Transfer: What is a digital arrest and can a ‘kill switch’ stop it?

    India is witnessing a rise in cases of ‘digital arrest’ and cyber fraud, where criminals impersonate police officers or officials from investigative agencies and coerce victims into transferring large sums of money. The idea was discussed by a high-level inter-departmental committee formed in December under the leadership of a special secretary of the ministry. The…

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    Instagram Data Breach: Was There Any Leak That Exposed 17.5 Million Accounts? Meta Responded And How To Stay Safe

      Instagram Data Breach: Was There Any Leak That Exposed 17.5 Million Accounts? Meta Responded And How To Stay Safe

      Instagram Data Leak: A major cybersecurity warning is raising alarms for Instagram users everywhere. A recent data leak has left millions of accounts exposed, putting personal information at risk. Adding to the concern, hackers are exploiting the breach through a wave of ‘password reset’ attacks, attempting to gain unauthorized access. Reports reveal that 17.5 million…

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      India’s National AI Ecosystem Lowers Entry Barriers For Finance Sector: Report

        India’s National AI Ecosystem Lowers Entry Barriers For Finance Sector: Report

        New Delhi: The Central Government’s efforts to build national AI ecosystem will make AI resources accessible to smaller players in financial services beyond large incumbents, a report said on Wednesday. The report from business consultancy firm Grant Thornton Bharat said that the shift means firms must proactively align their systems with these platforms and contribute…

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        Wedding Card Scam On WhatsApp: Beware Of Shadi Mein Zarur Aaiye; One Click Costs Government Employee Rs 1.9 Lakh

          Wedding Card Scam On WhatsApp: Beware Of Shadi Mein Zarur Aaiye; One Click Costs Government Employee Rs 1.9 Lakh

          Wedding Card Scam On WhatsApp: It looks amazing and sweet when you receive a wedding invite on WhatsApp with the caption, ‘Welcome, shadi mein zarur aaiye.’ Unfortunately, a seemingly innocent digital wedding invitation on WhatsApp cost a government employee from Maharashtra’s Hingoli district nearly Rs 1,90,000 after falling prey to a cyber fraud. According to…

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          Key Skills To Learn That Will Shape The Job Market In 2025 – News18

          Key Skills To Learn That Will Shape The Job Market In 2025 – News18

          Last Updated:January 10, 2025, 3:44 PM IST As cybercrime costs global economies trillions by 2025, demand for cybersecurity professionals will skyrocket. AI & ML are among the most sought-after skills in 2025 (Representative Image) In today’s digital age, the job market is rapidly evolving, with a growing demand for individuals with digital skills. While numerous…

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