by Aman Nick | Dec 18, 2024 | Stay Alert Stay Safe
NPCI Issues Advisory on Digital Arrest Scam: What It Is and How to Stay Safe In today’s digital world, we rely on gadgets for tasks like banking, online shopping, and payments. But with this increased use comes the risk of online fraud. A simple click on a malicious...
by user | Dec 6, 2024 | Stay Alert Stay Safe
The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) has asked Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, to take action against scams on the messaging app. This request follows a call for intervention by India’s telecom regulator. MeitY secretary S. Krishnan stated that the...
by Aman Nick | Dec 3, 2024 | Stay Alert Stay Safe
Two men were arrested for allegedly cheating a woman in Kochi out of ₹4.12 crore in a ‘digital arrest’ cyber scam, the police said on Sunday. The accused, Mohammed Muhasil (22) and Mishab K P (21), both from Areekode in Malappuram district, posed as Delhi...
by Aman Nick | Nov 27, 2024 | Stay Alert Stay Safe
Cybercriminals are launching a new phishing email attack aimed at users of Apple devices like iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, and more. The scam uses a convincing message, such as “Your Apple ID has been suspended” or “Apple ID is suspended,” to trick users into clicking...
by Aman Nick | Nov 20, 2024 | Stay Alert Stay Safe
A recent survey found that 45% of Indian shoppers experienced or knew someone affected by online shopping scams during the festive season, from October 1 to October 28. Nearly half (46%) of those who fell victim suffered financial losses exceeding ₹41,500,...
by Aman Nick | Nov 19, 2024 | Stay Alert Stay Safe
Fang Chenjin, a Chinese national, has been arrested by the Shahdara Cyber Police for his involvement in a cyber fraud of Rs 43.5 lakh. Investigations revealed that he is connected to online scams worth over Rs 100 crore across multiple states. Online Trading Scams...
