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Sam Altman’s Eyeball-Scanning Identification Tech Expands to UK
Sam Altman's Tools for Humanity is rolling out its eyeball-scanning Orb devices to the UK. The spherical Orbs will be at dedicated premises in shopping malls and on high streets, said Damien Kieran, chief legal and privacy officer at Tools for Humanity.
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New Aadhaar App Launched: Face ID Authentication, Physical Copies Not Needed
In a major step towards digital convenience and privacy, the Centre on Tuesday launched a new Aadhaar app that allows users to verify and share their Aadhaar details digitally -- eliminating the need to carry physical cards or submit photocopies.
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I4C Blocked Over 83,668 WhatsApp Accounts and 3,962 Skype IDs Used in Digital Arrest Scams, Government Says
Cyber fraud instances, including digital arrest scams, are on the rise in India. Digital arrest scams, where scammers impersonate law enforcement officers, target elderly individuals and other vulnerable users are often targeted. The government has disclosed some of the measures taken to detect and prevent such scams, while raising awareness about ...
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"UPI, Delivery Apps": American Woman Living In India Lists 10 Things She Wishes US Had
Ms Fischer has discovered several innovative features that she believes would greatly benefit her home country.
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How to Activate Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM Card: A Step-by-Step Guide
Activating a Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM is a straightforward process, whether you're setting up a new SIM, switching to an eSIM, or reactivating a deactivated number. A new Vi SIM can be activated via SMS, a call to 59059, or by visiting a Vi store with valid ID proof. eSIM users can activate digitally by requesting a QR code via SMS and scanning it on...
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CBSE Directs Schools To Adopt APAAR ID As Primary Student Identifier
The APAAR ID is a unique 12-digit identification number designed to consolidate students' academic and extracurricular records on a secure digital platform.
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APAAR ID Not Mandatory For NEET UG 2025
APAAR ID is designed to digitally store a student's academic credits and ensure a comprehensive record of their academic journey.
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Centre Blocks 59,000 WhatsApp Accounts Used For Digital Fraud
The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), a wing of the Ministry of Home Affairs, has identified and blocked more than 1,700 Skype IDs and 59,000 WhatsApp accounts used for digital fraud, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.
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Argentina Rolls Out Blockchain-Based Digital IDs to Residents of Capital Buenos Aires: Details
Buenos Aires has officially become the first city in the world to have rolled out a blockchain-based digital identity system for its residents. The system is supported by Layer-2 blockchain called ZKsync.
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Google Photos Could Reportedly Show AI Image Credits to Protect Users From Instances of Deepfakes
Google Photos is reportedly adding a new functionality that will allow users to check whether an image was generated or enhanced using artificial intelligence (AI) or not. As per the report, the photo and video sharing and storage service is getting new ID resource tags which will reveal the AI info of the image as well as the digital source type.
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Worldcoin Faces Potential Ban in Colombia Amid Heightened Scrutiny
Worldcoin, which aims to provide unique digital IDs to individuals, has been accused of violating Colombia's personal data protection laws. If an investigation confirms these breaches, Worldcoin could face the permanent closure of its operations in the country.
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Humanity Protocol Raises $30 Million as Blockchain-Based Digital ID Startup Hits Unicorn Status
Human Protocol has gained unicorn status after it raised $30 million in a fresh funding round led by Kingsway Capital. Other venture capital firms that participated in the seed funding round included Animoca Brands, Blockchain.com, Hashed, and Shima Capital.
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India's Cybercrime Watchdog Blocks Over 1,000 Skype Accounts
Over 1,000 Skype IDs run by cross-border cybercriminals engaged in online intimidation, blackmail, extortion and "digital arrests" have been blocked by the government, according to an official statement on Tuesday.
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Apple Vision Pro Buyers Who Forget the Device's Passcode May Have to Take It Back to Store
Buyers of Apple’s new Vision Pro headset are finding it can be a major hassle if they lose their passcode. The company is telling users who forget their code — typically a series of digits — that they’ll have to bring the device to a store or mail it to AppleCare customer support if they want to get it working again. Apple will then erase a...
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"Affordable Digital Connectivity, Aadhaar Driving India's Growth": World Economic Forum Chief
The president of the World Economic Forum has said that a part of the reason why India has seen the fastest growth among large economies for three years in a row is affordable digital connectivity and the digital ID, or Aadhaar.
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Sam Altman’s Eyeball-Scanning Identification Tech Expands to UK
Sam Altman's Tools for Humanity is rolling out its eyeball-scanning Orb devices to the UK. The spherical Orbs will be at dedicated premises in shopping malls and on high streets, said Damien Kieran, chief legal and privacy officer at Tools for Humanity.
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New Aadhaar App Launched: Face ID Authentication, Physical Copies Not Needed
In a major step towards digital convenience and privacy, the Centre on Tuesday launched a new Aadhaar app that allows users to verify and share their Aadhaar details digitally -- eliminating the need to carry physical cards or submit photocopies.
-
I4C Blocked Over 83,668 WhatsApp Accounts and 3,962 Skype IDs Used in Digital Arrest Scams, Government Says
Cyber fraud instances, including digital arrest scams, are on the rise in India. Digital arrest scams, where scammers impersonate law enforcement officers, target elderly individuals and other vulnerable users are often targeted. The government has disclosed some of the measures taken to detect and prevent such scams, while raising awareness about ...
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"UPI, Delivery Apps": American Woman Living In India Lists 10 Things She Wishes US Had
Ms Fischer has discovered several innovative features that she believes would greatly benefit her home country.
-
How to Activate Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM Card: A Step-by-Step Guide
Activating a Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM is a straightforward process, whether you're setting up a new SIM, switching to an eSIM, or reactivating a deactivated number. A new Vi SIM can be activated via SMS, a call to 59059, or by visiting a Vi store with valid ID proof. eSIM users can activate digitally by requesting a QR code via SMS and scanning it on...
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CBSE Directs Schools To Adopt APAAR ID As Primary Student Identifier
The APAAR ID is a unique 12-digit identification number designed to consolidate students' academic and extracurricular records on a secure digital platform.
-
APAAR ID Not Mandatory For NEET UG 2025
APAAR ID is designed to digitally store a student's academic credits and ensure a comprehensive record of their academic journey.
-
Centre Blocks 59,000 WhatsApp Accounts Used For Digital Fraud
The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), a wing of the Ministry of Home Affairs, has identified and blocked more than 1,700 Skype IDs and 59,000 WhatsApp accounts used for digital fraud, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.
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Argentina Rolls Out Blockchain-Based Digital IDs to Residents of Capital Buenos Aires: Details
Buenos Aires has officially become the first city in the world to have rolled out a blockchain-based digital identity system for its residents. The system is supported by Layer-2 blockchain called ZKsync.
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Google Photos Could Reportedly Show AI Image Credits to Protect Users From Instances of Deepfakes
Google Photos is reportedly adding a new functionality that will allow users to check whether an image was generated or enhanced using artificial intelligence (AI) or not. As per the report, the photo and video sharing and storage service is getting new ID resource tags which will reveal the AI info of the image as well as the digital source type.
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Worldcoin Faces Potential Ban in Colombia Amid Heightened Scrutiny
Worldcoin, which aims to provide unique digital IDs to individuals, has been accused of violating Colombia's personal data protection laws. If an investigation confirms these breaches, Worldcoin could face the permanent closure of its operations in the country.
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Humanity Protocol Raises $30 Million as Blockchain-Based Digital ID Startup Hits Unicorn Status
Human Protocol has gained unicorn status after it raised $30 million in a fresh funding round led by Kingsway Capital. Other venture capital firms that participated in the seed funding round included Animoca Brands, Blockchain.com, Hashed, and Shima Capital.
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India's Cybercrime Watchdog Blocks Over 1,000 Skype Accounts
Over 1,000 Skype IDs run by cross-border cybercriminals engaged in online intimidation, blackmail, extortion and "digital arrests" have been blocked by the government, according to an official statement on Tuesday.
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Apple Vision Pro Buyers Who Forget the Device's Passcode May Have to Take It Back to Store
Buyers of Apple’s new Vision Pro headset are finding it can be a major hassle if they lose their passcode. The company is telling users who forget their code — typically a series of digits — that they’ll have to bring the device to a store or mail it to AppleCare customer support if they want to get it working again. Apple will then erase a...
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"Affordable Digital Connectivity, Aadhaar Driving India's Growth": World Economic Forum Chief
The president of the World Economic Forum has said that a part of the reason why India has seen the fastest growth among large economies for three years in a row is affordable digital connectivity and the digital ID, or Aadhaar.
