Hyderabad: A couple from Narayanguda were scared to even step out of their house after a four-day long of what they believed was a ‘digital arrest’. On pressing 1, the call got connected to a scamster, who, posing as a Mumbai crime branch officer, told them that there was suspicious activity noticed on their number. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, Hyderabad …
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday asked the police leadership of the country to convert into opportunity the threats posed by digital frauds, cyber-crimes and criminals using artificial intelligence with a particular focus on deep fakes, which are disrupting social and familial relations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi “PM expressed concern on the potential threats generated on account of digital frauds, …
In an exclusive interview with Paisa Live, renowned Cyberlaw expert Dr. Pavan Duggal shed light on the growing concerns of digital arrests and the rising tide of cybercrimes. Dr. Duggal emphasized that digital arrests often trap individuals in a web of fear and FOMO, exploiting their anxieties to extort money. Dr. Duggal elaborated on the tactics employed by cybercriminals, explaining …
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a charge sheet against eight individuals in a case related to digital arrests. The ED alleges that the suspects lured people into investing in fake IPOs and stock market investments through fraudulent apps. The I4C has also issued a public advisory urging people to be aware of this scam and to report it immediately.
