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PCMC Police Uncover Dubai-Based Cyber Fraud Network

The Pimpri-Chinchwad cyber police have successfully exposed a major cyber fraud operation that involved individuals from Dubai. The police have arrested two suspects in connection with a fraud amounting to Rs 66 lakh. The fraud was carried out through fake bank accounts and false investment promises. Details of the Scam The scam was executed by […]

UP Constable Recruits to Receive Cybercrime Training

The recruitment process for 60,244 constables in Uttar Pradesh is nearing completion, and the UP Police Training Directorate has prepared a comprehensive 13-month cybercrime training program for the recruits. The training, will be conducted at 112 centres across the state. It will focus on enhancing skills in key areas like cybercrime, cryptocurrency, dark web surveillance, […]

Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre Strengthened Under PMLA

On Saturday, the Indian government empowered the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (ICCC), also known as I4C, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This update, made through a gazette notification, allows I4C to receive and share crucial information with other agencies to combat money laundering linked to cybercrimes. ICCC’s Expanded Role in Combating Cybercrime […]

AIIMS Jammu Hosts Cyber Security Awareness Session

In an ongoing effort to promote a culture of cyber security and digital resilience, AIIMS Vijaypur, Jammu, held a session. The Cyber Security Awareness Session took place on Saturday to educate participants about digital threats and safe practices. The session took place at the Convention Centre Auditorium on the AIIMS campus. It was designed to […]

7 Cybercriminals Arrested for Cheating of ₹2.5 Crore

In a major breakthrough, Chinna Bazar police in Nellore district arrested seven cybercriminals who duped a local woman of ₹2.46 crore through a fake investment and trading scam. According to Nellore Superintendent of Police G Krishnakanth, these cybercriminals were in fact, involved in cyber fraud cases across India. He further stated, “They lured unsuspecting people […]

Meta Faces Privacy Scrutiny Over AI Data Use

The Dutch data protection authority, Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP), has warned users of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, all owned by Meta, about the potential risks of consenting to have their data used for AI training. This alert comes as concerns grow regarding how large tech companies, including Meta, handle user data and the broader privacy implications. […]

New Rule For C-KYC Data, OTP Needed To Share Personal Info

In a key regulatory update, the Central KYC Registry (C-KYC) has implemented a mandatory OTP (One-Time Password) system for accessing customers’ KYC data. This change requires financial institutions, including banks and mutual funds, to secure real-time consent from individuals before downloading or verifying their C-KYC data. Previously, when any financial entity accessed a person’s C-KYC […]

Sarvam AI Selected to Build India’s First Indigenous AI Model Under IndiaAI Mission

In a significant move that strengthens India’s ambitions to become a leader in AI, the government has selected Sarvam AI, a Bengaluru-based startup, to develop the country’s first indigenous foundational AI model. This project is part of the government’s IndiaAI Mission. It is designed to power India’s digital sovereignty while advancing the nation’s capabilities in […]

Employee data breached at Grant County PUD, customers ‘not affected’

EPHRATA — A data breach at Grant County Public Utility District (PUD) exposed the personal information of around 850 employees. Including recent retirees and individuals who were on the payroll between March and April this year. According to Christine Pratt, public affairs officer for the PUD, employees were informed about the incident through email notifications. […]