Researchers reveal alarming rise in investment scams in India through Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Researchers reveal alarming rise in investment scams in India through Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram

India TV News  

Cybersecurity researchers have revealed an alarming rise in investment scams in India that are being promoted through social media messaging platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram, and others. The findings revealed over 29,000 malicious investment Additionally, the report emphasised the concerning tactic of impersonation, with 81,000 X accounts posing as recognized financial institutions to lend credibility to these scams. "Scammers reach out to potential victims through various social media platforms, using compromised data to send direct messages. Around 62,687 complaints regarding investment scams were registered in the first four months of this year, resulting in losses of Rs 2.22 billion, as per the report.

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India is witnessing significant surge in illegal betting and gambling; 1.6 billion visits in just three months: Report
2 days, 9 hours ago

India is witnessing significant surge in illegal betting and gambling; 1.6 billion visits in just three months: Report

Live Mint  

New Delhi, : Illegal betting and gambling activities in India have surged dramatically in recent years, with digital platforms accounting for a staggering 1.6 billion visits in just three months across four major sites, according to a report by Digital India Foundation. "Despite repeated government actions, including website blocking and advisories, illegal operatorscontinue to thrive, using advanced digital marketing tactics, …

WhatsApp bans over 8 million Indian accounts in a month: Here's why
3 weeks, 3 days ago

WhatsApp bans over 8 million Indian accounts in a month: Here's why

The Hindu  

WhatsApp, India's largest social media platform, has taken swift action against over 8.4 million accounts, banning them in just one month. The report revealed that Meta banned approximately 8.45 million WhatsApp accounts in India to comply with the provisions of Section 4 and Section 3A of the Information Technology Act. Conclusion Meta’s decision to ban millions of accounts reflects the …

Global crypto scam with Chinese links busted in Hyderabad
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Global crypto scam with Chinese links busted in Hyderabad

The Hindu  

A transnational cybercrime syndicate operating through Telegram and WhatsApp was busted by the Cybercrime unit of the Cyberabad police, in which fraudsters impersonated Morgan Stanley. The investigation revealed that the criminal syndicate deployed sophisticated layering techniques to launder the illicit proceeds across multiple cryptocurrency platforms, including Binance, KuCoin and Trust Wallet. Mr. Manikanta was allegedly found to be in constant …

WhatsApp bans 8.4 million accounts in India to combat fraud under IT Rules 2021
3 weeks, 4 days ago

WhatsApp bans 8.4 million accounts in India to combat fraud under IT Rules 2021

Live Mint  

Instant messaging platform WhatsApp has taken decisive action by banning more than 8.4 million accounts within a single month. Reasons for Account Bans WhatsApp has cited multiple reasons for this large-scale enforcement action: Violation of Terms of Service : Accounts engaged in bulk messaging, spam, fraudulent activities, and the spread of misleading or harmful content were targeted. Illegal Activities : …

Half-priced dreams, full-priced nightmares: Why are Keralites such easy prey for scamsters?
1 month ago

Half-priced dreams, full-priced nightmares: Why are Keralites such easy prey for scamsters?

New Indian Express  

During the fag-end of 2024, a 45-year-old man from Kerala lost a staggering Rs 4.05 crore over a two-and-a-half month period to a cyber scam. Earlier, in September 2024, a scamster hailing from Rajasthan cheated a Kozhikode doctor to the tune of Rs 4.08 crore. Kerala police said that during the year 2023, a total of 23,753 people in the …

Cyber fraud alert: Doctor duped of ₹15.50 lakh via fake trading app; here’s what happened
1 month ago

Cyber fraud alert: Doctor duped of ₹15.50 lakh via fake trading app; here’s what happened

Live Mint  

A doctor from Coimbatore has fallen victim to a sophisticated cyber scam, losing a staggering ₹15.50 lakh after clicking on a seemingly harmless YouTube link. Dr Karthik, an active stock market investor with a Demat account, was browsing investment-related content on YouTube when he stumbled upon a link promising exclusive trading insights. Upon clicking it, he was unwittingly added to …

Doctor browses for stock trading videos on YouTube, loses over Rs 15 lakh after clicking on a link
1 month ago

Doctor browses for stock trading videos on YouTube, loses over Rs 15 lakh after clicking on a link

India Today  

In the past few years, India has seen rapid growth in people's interest in stock market investments. However, with the growing interest in investments and online platforms helping people with trading, cyber scammers have also turned their attention to this sector. A recent case reported by The Times of India involved a doctor from Coimbatore who lost Rs 15.50 lakh …

Woman loses Rs 1.2 crore in investment scam, says I had no option but to deposit money
1 month ago

Woman loses Rs 1.2 crore in investment scam, says I had no option but to deposit money

India Today  

A 61-year-old government official from Shahdara fell victim to a large-scale investment scam, losing Rs 1.2 crore to fraudsters posing as representatives of a fake UK-based online shopping platform. The scam was initiated through a fake social media profile that the woman believed to be genuine, The Times of India reported. Trusting the scammer, the woman registered on the fake …

Ex-India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar escapes WhatsApp money scam. Here’s what happened
1 month ago

Ex-India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar escapes WhatsApp money scam. Here’s what happened

Live Mint  

Monetary scams through social media have become a common practice nowadays for the fraudsters with several high-profile celebrities becoming victims of it. Recently, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar shared his ordeal with a fraudulent person on social media. A cricketer-turned-commentator, Sanjay Manjrekar, was recently approached by one of his Whatsapp contacts for a help of ₹25000. Sharing his story on …

Kerala man loses Rs 71 lakh after downloading an app to invest money in online trading
2 months ago

Kerala man loses Rs 71 lakh after downloading an app to invest money in online trading

India Today  

In yet another case of an online trading scam, a 60-year-old man from Menamkulam, Kerala, lost Rs 71.75 lakh after downloading an app to learn and invest in online trading. The fraudsters shared detailed information and tips about online trading and emphasized on how they can offer him better opportunities to earn significant profits. However, when the victim tried to …

New scam in India? Scammers gain access to man’s phone screen; he turns to internet for help
2 months ago

New scam in India? Scammers gain access to man’s phone screen; he turns to internet for help

Hindustan Times  

A Reddit user recently took to the platform to share a concerning pop-up message he encountered on his smartphone. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The pop-up suggested that an app might be accessing the screen without consent and advised uninstalling the suspicious application, “com.samsung.nearme.gamecenter,” before restarting the device. Take a look at the post: {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} A …

Digital arrest to illegal parcels, here is how Indians are being scammed by cyber criminals
2 months, 1 week ago

Digital arrest to illegal parcels, here is how Indians are being scammed by cyber criminals

India Today  

India is witnessing an alarming rise in online fraud, with cyber scammers employing new and sophisticated tactics to exploit unsuspecting individuals. Thousands of people have lost lakhs and crores to cyber scammers, who lure their victims under the pretext of work-from-home jobs, updating KYC through links, and in some cases by threatening people with with the so-called "digital arrest.” To …

Cyber fraud called 'pig butchering scam' targeting unemployed youths: Centre
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cyber fraud called 'pig butchering scam' targeting unemployed youths: Centre

India Today  

A new cyber fraud known as "pig butchering scam" or "investment scam" has emerged, targeting unemployed youths, housewives, students, and needy people who are made to lose large sums of money daily, according to the latest annual report of the Union home ministry. "Google The pig butchering scam, which is believed to have started in China in 2016, targets gullible …

WhatsApp tops cyber scam charts: Over 43,000 complaints in 2024’s first quarter, report
2 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp tops cyber scam charts: Over 43,000 complaints in 2024’s first quarter, report

Live Mint  

Meta-owned WhatsApp has been identified as one of the prime platforms for online scams, followed closely by Telegram and Instagram, according to the latest report from the Union Home Ministry. In the first quarter of 2024 alone, a total of 43,797 complaints regarding cyber frauds through WhatsApp were filed, with 22,680 complaints against Telegram and 19,800 concerning Instagram. The Ministry …

WhatsApp is most used platform for cyber crimes: Home ministry report
2 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp is most used platform for cyber crimes: Home ministry report

Hindustan Times  

Social media platform WhatsApp followed by Telegram and Instagram remains one of the favourite hunting grounds for online scamsters, as per the latest report from the Union Home Ministry. In the first three months of year 2024, total 43,797 complaints regarding cyber frauds through WhatsApp were received In the first three months of year 2024, total 43,797 complaints regarding cyber …

TRAI alerts: New mobile recharge scam targeting Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL users
2 months, 2 weeks ago

TRAI alerts: New mobile recharge scam targeting Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL users

India TV News  

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has issued a cautionary notice to millions of mobile users across the country, advising them to be wary of scams promising free recharge offers. Authentic mobile recharge deals are exclusively provided by telecom companies, and users are encouraged to reach out directly to the official websites of their service providers or their customer care …

How scams evolved this year in 2024
2 months, 2 weeks ago

How scams evolved this year in 2024

India Today  

2024 has been marked by the epidemic of scams. For instance, a teacher from UP’s Agra died of a heart attack after being put in digital arrest through a WhatsApp extortion call from cyber criminals who falsely claimed her daughter was arrested in a sex trafficking case and threatened to leak an obscene video if Rs 1 lakh was not …

Cybercriminals Targeting Officials, Celebs
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cybercriminals Targeting Officials, Celebs

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Cybercriminals are now using fake profiles of IAS and IPS officers to con people. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, Musharraf Faruqui said, “This has happened a lot of times, they usually message my subordinates, asking for money. As soon as we learn of it, I inform my PR team about putting the message out to make sure nobody falls for …

Downloading apps from WhatsApp? Kerala man lost Rs 4 crore in major scam
3 months ago

Downloading apps from WhatsApp? Kerala man lost Rs 4 crore in major scam

India TV News  

A new case of fraud has emerged involving the WhatsApp messaging app, highlighting a serious risk for users. A man from Tripunithura, Kerala, lost a staggering Rs 4.05 crore after downloading a harmful app using a link sent to him through WhatsApp. While scams on WhatsApp are not new, this situation is particularly alarming because the man was manipulated by …

Kerala man loses Rs 4 crore after downloading an app from WhatsApp
3 months ago

Kerala man loses Rs 4 crore after downloading an app from WhatsApp

India Today  

In yet another case of cyber fraud, a 45-year-old man from Thekkumbhagam, Tripunithura lost Rs 4.05 crore over a period of two and a half months. The victim fell prey to a deceptive WhatsApp message that included a link to an app promising lucrative investment opportunities and high returns. This incident reported from Kerala started when the victim was contacted …

WhatsApp Scams: Government asks Meta to tackle cases of cyber frauds after TRAI's appeal
3 months, 1 week ago

WhatsApp Scams: Government asks Meta to tackle cases of cyber frauds after TRAI's appeal

Live Mint  

Indian government has asked Meta to tackle the growing scams on WhatsApp. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology secretary S Krishnan confirmed that the government had taken up the matter of growing scams with WhatsApp while noting that its an ongoing process. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Anil Kumar Lahoti also confirmed to Economic Times that WhatsApp calls are handled …

Man held for ₹52.11 lakh share market scam
3 months, 1 week ago

Man held for ₹52.11 lakh share market scam

The Hindu  

Thoothukudi cyber wing police have arrested a man from Kerala on charges of defrauding ₹52.11 lakh through share market trading scam via whatsapp. According to the police, the complainant, from KTC Nagar received a message in WhatsApp stating that money could be earned with huge profit through share market trading. The victim clicked the link and downloaded the application called …

Code shared, account snared: The six-digit WhatsApp scam that has caught even celebs in its web
3 months, 1 week ago

Code shared, account snared: The six-digit WhatsApp scam that has caught even celebs in its web

New Indian Express  

That's the number of WhatsApp users in India. From discussing life's gravest crises to cracking jokes, sharing memes and catching up with family and friends, it’s where conversations happen, memories are shared, and connections thrive. This isn't just a hypothetical situation or a nightmare – it's the reality for a growing number of people in India as WhatsApp hacking cases …

Government warns BSNL, Jio, Airtel, Vi Users to avoid calls from THESE numbers to avoid digital scams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Government warns BSNL, Jio, Airtel, Vi Users to avoid calls from THESE numbers to avoid digital scams

India TV News  

Cybercrime is quickly increasing in India, with reports surfacing daily about victims losing large sums of money to scammers. These scammers often use tactics like threatening a "digital arrest" to instill fear and pressure individuals into transferring money. DoT and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India do not make these types of calls and have encouraged citizens to report suspicious …

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath's advice on ‘rising trend’ of stock market fraud
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath's advice on ‘rising trend’ of stock market fraud

Hindustan Times  

Alarmed by what he sees as the “rising trend” of stock market fraud, including through platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram, Zerodha CEO Nikhil Kamath has advised people to change their WhatsApp and Telegram settings so that strangers cannot add them to groups on these messaging apps. He added, “One thing you can do to protect yourself is change the …

WhatsApp share market scam dupe: Mumbai man loses ₹11.1 crore in fake investment scheme
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp share market scam dupe: Mumbai man loses ₹11.1 crore in fake investment scheme

Live Mint  

In an unfortunate incident involving a retired 75-year-old senior citizen from Colaba, Mumbai, a fraudster's scheme led to the loss of a staggering ₹11.1 crore. Soon after, the scammers moved the victim to a separate WhatsApp group, where they sent him a link to download a fake trading app. Once installed, the app appeared to offer various high-return investment options, …

Stock market fraud: Bengaluru man loses ₹91 lakh to fake trading app; here’s what Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath has to say
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Stock market fraud: Bengaluru man loses ₹91 lakh to fake trading app; here’s what Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath has to say

Live Mint  

Nithin Kamath, co-founder and CEO of Zerodha, has raised concerns about a surge in cyber frauds targeting investors through fake trading apps. Addressing the growing threat, Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath, revealed that scammers have siphoned off over ₹1,100 crore in the past nine months. Kamath noted, “You are asked to install fake trading apps that look exactly like those of …

Mint Quick Edit: Cyber cons go from digital arrests to wedding scams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Mint Quick Edit: Cyber cons go from digital arrests to wedding scams

Live Mint  

Even as people in India come to terms with the idea of a ‘digital arrest’, invented by scamsters acting like law enforcers to scare people out of their money, cybercriminals seem to have expanded their repertoire of tricks to swindle people online. Those who open these messages to check whose marriage they’re being called upon to celebrate end up with …

75-year-old Mumbai man gets added to unknown WhatsApp group, loses Rs 11.1 crore
3 months, 2 weeks ago

75-year-old Mumbai man gets added to unknown WhatsApp group, loses Rs 11.1 crore

India Today  

In yet another case of a share market scam, a 75-year-old retired ship captain from Colaba, Mumbai, was defrauded of Rs 11.1 crore. The victim was first added to a WhatsApp group by an unknown individual who later promised him investment advice and ways to earn good money through share market investments. The scam began on August 19 when the …

Nithin Kamath's tip after Bengaluru techie loses Rs 91 lakh in stock market fraud
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Nithin Kamath's tip after Bengaluru techie loses Rs 91 lakh in stock market fraud

India Today  

Zerodha founder and CEO Nithin Kamath offered a crucial tip to protect against fraudsters after a Bengaluru techie lost Rs 91 lakh in an online stock market fraud. In a post on X, Kamath highlighted a news report about the scam, which began with a WhatsApp message on July 29 offering stock market training in exchange for votes in a …

Online scamsters continue to target the gullible through social media platform
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Online scamsters continue to target the gullible through social media platform

The Hindu  

Social media platform WhatsApp remains one of the favourite hunting grounds for online scamsters who use diverse ploys to cheat the vulnerable, hijack their accounts, malign their reputation, and inflict severe financial losses on them. Recently, complaints about the alleged hacking of WhatsApp accounts have surged, with the cyber police across the State reportedly receiving numerous cases. Different modus operandi …

Money Doubling Scams: Followers of India's favourite financial gurus on target
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Money Doubling Scams: Followers of India's favourite financial gurus on target

India Today  

Post-covid years saw two trends in the finance world: a steep surge in the number of investors on the D-street and the popularity of financial influencers, or “finfluencers”, who drew lakhs of new followers with their “smart” money-making tips. India Today’s Open-Source Intelligence team found at least a dozen channels impersonating some of India’s most trusted financial voices--Parimal Ade, CA …

Thane-based doctor loses ₹3.84 crore to three Karnataka-based men in fraudulent medical equipment contract scheme
4 months, 1 week ago

Thane-based doctor loses ₹3.84 crore to three Karnataka-based men in fraudulent medical equipment contract scheme

Hindustan Times  

In yet another cyber crime incident, a doctor from Thane fell victim to a fraud scheme, losing as much as ₹3.84 crore to three individuals from Karnataka who lured him with the promise of profitable returns through a municipal contract to supply medical equipment. Law enforcement officials have observed an increase in such cases as fraudsters exploit online platforms to …

BSNL, Jio, Airtel, Vi users attention! TRAI warns of new scams targeting mobile users
4 months, 1 week ago

BSNL, Jio, Airtel, Vi users attention! TRAI warns of new scams targeting mobile users

India TV News  

Cybercrimes are becoming a significant issue in India, with scammers tricking people out of large sums of money. Rising Digital Arrest in India India reported a financial loss of approximately Rs 120.3 crore due to a ‘digital arrest’ scam from January to April 2024, according to government data. Rajesh Kumar, CEO of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, noted that …

After digital arrest, online share market scam is growing rapidly: How to be safe?
4 months, 1 week ago

After digital arrest, online share market scam is growing rapidly: How to be safe?

India TV News  

Udupi man loses Rs 14 lakh in fake trading group Hyderabad senior duped of Rs 50 lakh in scam A recent case highlights the risks of online investment scams, where a man from Udupi fell victim to fraudsters. According to reports, the man was added to a WhatsApp group called “C22 Investment Alliance Trading,” where he received fake stock market …

From fake stocks to deepfakes: Cybercriminals target elderly in rising Indian online scam wave
4 months, 1 week ago

From fake stocks to deepfakes: Cybercriminals target elderly in rising Indian online scam wave

Live Mint  

In a shocking incident that underscores the sharp rise in online scams in India, a 63-year-old man from Hyderabad was recently defrauded of ₹50 lakh after joining a fraudulent stock market scheme organised through a WhatsApp group. The online classes were facilitated through links shared on the WhatsApp group, directing participants to private virtual sessions where Singh provided market insights …

Online Share Trading Scam: 6 Arrested for Duping Investor of ₹14 Crore
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Online Share Trading Scam: 6 Arrested for Duping Investor of ₹14 Crore

The Hindu  

Six people have been arrested by the Tamil Nadu Police for running an online share trading scam that duped a person of ₹14 crore. The gang operated through a WhatsApp app and convinced victims to invest in fake share trading opportunities promising high returns. The police have retrieved the money from 13 bank accounts and arrested the first-layer beneficiary ICICI …

Special Squads Tracking Suspicious Social Media Groups, Exposing Online Investment Scams
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Special Squads Tracking Suspicious Social Media Groups, Exposing Online Investment Scams

The Hindu  

Special squads are investigating online investment scams by tracking suspicious social media groups created by anonymous individuals. The groups are used to defraud investors through fraudulent investment schemes. Police sources revealed that investors who lost money in such incidents were often unaware of the individuals behind the groups, who used fake profiles to pocket their funds. The plan of the …

ED launches probe in multi crore stock market frauds run with fake apps
6 months, 2 weeks ago

ED launches probe in multi crore stock market frauds run with fake apps

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Enforcement Directorate has initiated a money-laundering investigation into an alleged multi-crore fraudulent online scam in which a large number of gullible investors across the country were cheated of their hard-earned money by inducing them to invest in stock markets through fake mobile apps. MODUS-OPERANDI: ED’s probe revealed that the victims were being cheated by allegedly entrapping them into …

New wave of cybercrimes in NTR district causes alarm
7 months ago

New wave of cybercrimes in NTR district causes alarm

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: With a surge in complaints about a new wave of cybercrimes disguised as online trading, Initial Public Offerings, and mutual fund scams, the NTR District Police Commissionerate has been inundated with cases in recent days. According to the NTR district police, over 20 complaints have been lodged by individuals who collectively lost around Rs 2 crore to fraudsters promising …

The fight against illegal online activities: Policy responses for a safer digital environment
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The fight against illegal online activities: Policy responses for a safer digital environment

Hindustan Times  

Policymaking is crucial in balancing the interests of regulation, innovation, and consumer protection. In India, numerous betting and gambling applications registered in nations like Cyprus, Malta and Curacao pose as legitimate platforms circumventing Indian regulatory and tax obligations. In response to the menace of these platforms, ministry of electronics and information technology which is also the nodal ministry for the …

WhatsApp Bans 66 Lakh Indian Accounts In May This Year: All Details
8 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp Bans 66 Lakh Indian Accounts In May This Year: All Details

News 18  

Meta-owned WhatsApp on Monday said it banned more than 66 lakh accounts in India in the month of May for violating the laws of the land. Out of 6,620,000 banned WhatsApp accounts, 1,255,000 were proactively blocked, before any reports from users, the social media company said in a statement. The popular mobile messaging platform, which has more than 550 million …

WhatsApp group scam on rise in India: What is it, how to be safe
9 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp group scam on rise in India: What is it, how to be safe

India Today  

In recent months, we have seen a spike in cases of online scams. The latest of these deceptive tactics is a new WhatsApp Group Scam, through which scammers are luring innocent people with stock market investment plans. In a recent report of the WhatsApp Group scam, two brothers from Pune, India, were defrauded of Rs 2.45 crore. Looking at several …

Delhi man loses Rs 1 crore in a new WhatsApp Stock market investment group scam
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi man loses Rs 1 crore in a new WhatsApp Stock market investment group scam

India Today  

A resident of Shalimar Bagh, Northwest Delhi, has become the latest victim of an online scam after joining a WhatsApp group. The victim fell prey to a sophisticated scheme in which the scammer lured him into investing over Rs 1 crore through a WhatsApp group. The group, posing as an investment research platform, slowly gained the victim's trust before exploiting …

Odisha Crime Branch issues advisory on online investment frauds
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Odisha Crime Branch issues advisory on online investment frauds

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: The Crime Branch of Odisha Police on Saturday issued an advisory for citizens on online investment frauds that promise lucrative returns to investors. The agency has already registered 25 cases of online investment frauds amounting to a whopping Rs 17 crore in the last four months. The Crime Branch pointed out that in recent years there has been a …

How WhatsApp investing scams are duping people into parting with their savings
10 months, 1 week ago

How WhatsApp investing scams are duping people into parting with their savings

Firstpost  

A 48-year-old businessman from Maharashtra has lost Rs 1.88 crore after falling victim to a share trading scam on WhatsApp. Image used for representational purpose/Pixabay A 48-year-old businessman, who also owns a coaching class in Maharashtra’s Thane district, fell victim to a share trading scam that cost him more than Rs 1.88 crore. In yet another case of online investment …

₹5.2 crore gone in a click: Bengaluru man conned by online fraudsters via WhatsApp
10 months, 3 weeks ago

₹5.2 crore gone in a click: Bengaluru man conned by online fraudsters via WhatsApp

Live Mint  

Online stock investment frauds are becoming rampant in India and thousands of people have lost lakhs of rupees in the past few months. In a recent case of an online scam on WhatsApp, a Bengaluru businessman lost a whopping ₹5.2 crore after clicking on a link to download an app. According to a Times of India report, the victim received …

Fake messaging apps espionage campaign targets Indian users
11 months, 1 week ago

Fake messaging apps espionage campaign targets Indian users

India TV News  

Researchers have reportedly discovered an active espionage campaign 'eXotic Visit', that has been targeting Android users with fake messaging apps. In a report, the researchers said, "Apps that contain XploitSPY can extract contact lists and files, the device’s GPS location, and the names of files listed in specific directories related to the camera, downloads, and various messaging apps such as …

Indian Govt Is Warning People About Fraud Ads That Can Steal Your Money: Here’s What It Says
11 months, 1 week ago

Indian Govt Is Warning People About Fraud Ads That Can Steal Your Money: Here’s What It Says

News 18  

Many people in India have been getting warning messages from the Indian government and even banks highlighting to them the cyber crimes that have become rampant. The government is also taking part in this exercise, alerting citizens about fraud ads that can be used to infect your devices with malware and try to steal money. In this case, the government …

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