Browsing category

India

Bridging Policy and Technology: An Interview with Gaurav Mehta, Co-founder of Concur – Consent Manager

About Gaurav Mehta Gaurav Mehta, co-founder of Concur, is a seasoned technology expert with 12+ years of experience in emerging technologies, specializing in auditing, compliance, forensics, data privacy, and cybersecurity. A TEDx speaker and ex-visiting faculty at the National Academy of Direct Taxes, he has trained officers in cyber investigations and financial forensics. He has […]

Ghibli Glam or Privacy Scam? How AI Steals Your Face

Social media is full of Ghibli Glam AI-generated images, thanks to OpenAI’s ChatGPT-4o. People on Facebook, Instagram, and X are sharing their AI-created pictures. But in the excitement of making fun, artistic versions of themselves, many are unknowingly giving their facial data to AI companies. This includes pictures of their families, even young children, which […]

Hyderabad: Absence of Urinal Dividers at Inorbit Mall Ignites Debate on Privacy and Hygiene

A local shopper recently had a frustrating experience at Inorbit Mall when he found the men’s restroom lacked dividers between the urinals. He shared his disappointment on Reddit, questioning the lack of privacy and the awkwardness of using an open row of urinals. The post quickly gained traction, sparking a lively debate about restroom design, […]

RTI Amendments in DPDP Act: Civil Society Voices Concern

A delegation of civil society groups met Rahul Gandhi to discuss concerns over RTI amendments in the DPDP Act. This meeting highlighted the potential dangers the amendments pose to transparency and accountability, especially in the context of journalists, academics, and activists. Civil Society Groups Raise Concerns Over DPDP Act and RTI Amendments The delegation included […]

APAAR ID: Simplifying Education, Raising Privacy Concerns

Much like the PAN number for taxpayers, the APAAR ID will help track students’ academic performance throughout their educational journey. The system stores details such as scorecards, degrees, certificates, co-curricular achievements, and more. This initiative is part of India’s One Nation, One Student ID program, introduced by the Ministry of Education (MoE) and aligned with […]

Sebi Extends Deadline for Cybersecurity Compliance

Sebi, the capital markets regulator, has extended the CSCRF deadline by three months. Regulated entities, including depositories, credit rating agencies, and AIFs, now have until June 30 to comply. Sebi made this decision after market participants requested more time to align with its security standards. Sebi’s Reason for the Extension The extension aims to support […]

13M Indian Bank Users’ Personal Details Allegedly Exposed

A massive data breach has allegedly compromised the personal and financial information of over 13 million Indian bank customers. A threat actor claimed responsibility for the hack, which they offered for sale to a single buyer for $10,000. The revelation has raised significant concerns about the state of data security in India’s banking sector. Details […]

DPDP Rules Being Finalized : MeitY secretary

The Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY) is working to finalize the draft rules for India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act. S. Krishnan, the secretary of MeitY, emphasized the ongoing efforts to address the complexities of online content regulation and the rapid growth of AI. As the final rules for the DPDP Act undergo […]

Cyber Crime & National Security: Karnataka High Court Rejects Bail in Defense Data Theft Case

In an important judgment, the Karnataka High Court denied anticipatory bail to two ex-employees accused of sensitive defense data theft. Justice Mohammad Nawaz said cyber crimes linked to money and national security must be handled very carefully. He highlighted that such crimes can seriously harm the country. Former Employees Blamed for Data Leak NewSpace Research […]

High Court Grants Bail to Four Accused in Cybercrime Case

In a significant decision, the Bombay High Court granted bail to four individuals involved in a major cybercrime case. The case concerns harassment through loan apps and is noteworthy as the Pune Police have applied the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) for the first time in a cybercrime case. Accused Granted Bail The […]