Online Betting Scam Busted

Online Betting

Online Betting apps have been in the news for all the wrong reasons. In a major crackdown, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested four individuals linked to a Chinese-operated online betting app called ‘Fiewin’. This app is alleged to have scammed unsuspecting users out of a staggering Rs 400 crore! How Did the Scam Work? […]

Is Data Privacy Killing India’s E-commerce ?

Data Privacy

India’s e-commerce sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, transforming the way we shop and live. However, beneath this shiny facade, a growing concern is casting a long shadow: data privacy. The Economic Survey 2023-24 has highlighted data privacy breaches and online frauds as significant hurdles to this burgeoning industry. The Data Privacy Dilemma In today’s digital […]

Cybercrime Savings: 14C Reporting System Yields Rs 2,400 Crore Boon

Cybercrime

Fighting Cybercrime: A Rs 2,400 Crore Victory India’s relentless battle against cybercrime has yielded significant results, thanks to the implementation of the 14C reporting system. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, a staggering Rs 2,400 crore has been saved through this innovative platform. What is the 14C Reporting System? The 14C reporting system is […]

Apple Users Beware: Multiple Password Reset Requests Could Signal Trouble!

Apple Users

Have you been bombarded by notifications on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac saying “A password reset request was initiated for your Apple ID“? If so, don’t panic, but definitely be on high alert! This recent surge in password reset requests targeting Apple users could be a sign of attempted account takeovers. Here’s what you need […]

Heads Up! Be Aware of the India Post Scam

India Post

Have you recently received a text message or email claiming to be from India Post about a failed delivery? If so, you might be targeted by a scam! This blog post will explain what the India Post scam is and how you can protect yourself from falling victim to it. What is the India Post […]

Know How a Stock Scam Swindled Rs 74 Lakh on Instagram

Stock

Have you ever seen an ad on Instagram promising incredible returns on stock investments? Unfortunately, these can be a clever trap, and recently a woman from Mangaluru fell victim to a sophisticated Stock Scam for a whopping Rs 74 lakh. Let’s dive into this case and learn how to protect yourself from falling prey to […]

Investment Fraud Cases on the Rise: Noida Loses Over 56 Crore in 8 Months

Investment Fraud

Investment opportunities are everywhere these days, but so are the scammers preying on them. A recent report by the Noida Police paints a worrying picture: in just eight months, cybercriminals have stolen a staggering Rs. 56 crore through investment fraud, accounting for over 80% of all cybercrime cases in the district. This is a wake-up […]

Deepfake Danger: Kerala Man Loses Rs 40,000 in WhatsApp Scam – Are You Safe?

Deepfake

Imagine getting a WhatsApp video call from a familiar face, someone you used to work with. They ask for your help in a crisis, maybe money for a sick relative. Sounds like a normal situation, right? Well, what if that familiar face was actually a fake, created using powerful new technology called a deepfake? This […]

Online Fraud on the Rise: 10th Grade Dropout Dupes Nagpur Man of ₹5 Lakh

Online fraud

Have you ever received a call about a lucrative business opportunity or a sudden windfall? Be cautious of such online fraud! These could be tactics used by online fraudsters to steal your hard-earned money. In a recent case that highlights the growing problem of online scams, a man from Nagpur was cheated out of a […]

Young Adults Targeted in Goa Bank Fraud: Renting Your Account Can Be Risky!

Bank Fraud

Beware of Easy Money Offers! Looking for a quick way to make some cash? If you’re unemployed and someone approaches you with an offer that seems too good to be true, it probably is. Goa Police recently uncovered a disturbing trend of bank fraud targeting young adults. What’s the Scam? Fraudsters are enticing unemployed youth […]