Deepfake in the Olympics: A Gold Medal for Creativity or a Foul Play?

Deepfake

The world of sports has always been a breeding ground for innovation. But what happens when this innovation blurs the lines between reality and fiction? Enter deepfake world, the digital doppelgangers that are shaking up everything from entertainment to politics. And now, it seems, even the Olympics aren’t immune to their influence. A recent incident […]

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 […]

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 […]

Instagram Scam Alert: Tourist Loses Crores on Fake Jewelry

Instagram Scam

In a case highlighting the dangers of Instagram scam, a US woman named Cherish became the victim of a fraudulent jewelry sale. Lured through an Instagram interaction (possibly), Cherish believed she was purchasing exquisite jewelry worth a staggering Rs 6 crore from a shop owner in Rajasthan. However, upon returning to the US and having […]

Is This QR Code a Scam? Here’s How to Tell!

QR code scam

Imagine this: you receive a text message with a flashing red alert. It claims your electricity bill is overdue and your power will be cut off… immediately. The message helpfully includes a QR code to make a quick payment and avoid the blackout. Panic sets in – who wants to be stuck in the dark? […]

Spoof Calls Scams Busted! Government Cracked Down on the International Calls For Indians

Spoof calls

Spoof calls can be frustrating! These cleverly disguised phone calls aim to dupe people into revealing personal information or sending money. But fear not, there’s good news!The Indian government is taking a stand against these international spoof calls. The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) and the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) are working together to […]

Rs 1.2 Crore Scam: Pune Businessman Loses Big to Online Share Trading

Scam

Beware of Fake High Returns! In a major online scam, fraudsters tricked a Pune businessman out of a whopping Rs 1.2 crore! This incident highlights the dangers of investment scams that lure people in with promises of huge returns. What Happened? The victim, a 55-year-old resident of Bhavani Peth, was contacted by scammers in February […]