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Delhi Police Joins Gen Z "Clock It" Trend With Cyber Safety Message
The police department recently shared an Instagram post inspired by the viral "Clock It" trend.
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How to Enable Advanced Protection on Your Android Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google introduced Advanced Protection for Android devices with the Android 16 update in June 2025. The functionality was rolled out with the claim that it would help curb online scams and fraud. The smartphones that have Advanced Protection enabled are capable of automatically identifying and blocking malicious websites that have previously been re...
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WhatsApp Introduces Device Linkage Warning as Meta Expands Anti-Fraud Tools Across Facebook, Messenger
Meta Platforms announced a new set of anti-scam tools across its major messaging platforms on Wednesday. Rolling out on Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp, the additions are aimed at helping users identify and avoid online scams. As per the Menlo Park-based tech giant, new features include new in-app alerts, improved safety controls, and partnership...
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Black Friday Scam Alert: From Fake Websites To AI Videos, Watch Out For These Common Scams
Cybersecurity experts warn of Black Friday scams including fake online stores, phishing emails, and delivery scams that steal personal and financial information.
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Google Announces New AI Safety Tools for India, Expands Access to SynthID
Google announced new India-focused AI safety initiatives, including a screen-sharing scam alert for apps such as Google Pay, Navi and Paytm, and a new Enhanced Phone Number Verification system to replace SMS OTPs. Scam Detection via Gemini Nano is rolling out to Pixel phones. Google Play Protect and SynthID access are also being expanded to strengt...
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"With Just One Click...": IPS Officer Warns Of Scam Amid Nano Banana Trend
IPS officer VC Sajjanar on X (formerly Twitter) alerted users about the danger of sharing personal information online. He emphasised that while online trends can be fun, users could face serious risks if they are careless with their private data.
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Google Reveals How It Is Using AI to Combat Online Scams in Search, Chrome and Android
Google released a new report on Thursday, highlighting how it has been combating online scams across different products using artificial intelligence (AI). The report specifically focuses on how AI technology is being implemented in Search, Google Chrome, and Android. The Mountain View-based tech giant said that generative AI is enabling it to dete...
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Centre Issues Alert About Online Frauds Targeting Pilgrims, Tourists
The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, has alerted the public about online booking frauds, especially those targeting Char Dham pilgrims and tourists, across the country.
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Thane Woman Falls For Work From Home Job With High Salary Scam, Loses Rs 15 Lakh
A 37-year-old woman in Maharashtra's Thane district has allegedly lost Rs 15.14 lakh after being lured by some persons for a work-from-home opportunity promising high earnings, police said on Wednesday.
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Thane Man Loses Rs 47.47 Lakh In Cryptocurrency 'Investment' Scam
A 38-year-old man from Maharashtra's Thane district was allegedly duped of Rs 47.47 lakh by fraudsters who lured him to invest in cryptocurrency, police said on Monday.
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One Third People In India Lose Money To Scams Via Real-Time Payments: Report
The report stated that 60 per cent of respondents reported exposure to messages from scammers, and 54 per cent said friends or family members had been scammed.
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How A Rs 59 Lakh Online Scam Unfolded Involving Fake CBI, Custom Officials
A man residing in Maharashtra's Thane city lost Rs 59 lakh as cyber fraudsters coerced him into paying money by posing as Customs and CBI officials.
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Man Tries To Scam Woman On WhatsApp Telling Her Husband Is "Gay", This Happens Next
An X user recently took to the micro-blogging site to share how a man tried to scam her on WhatsApp by falsely claiming that her husband was "gay" and in a relationship with him.
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''How Fraudsters Trap You'': Mumbai Police Warns Public About Stock Market Investment Scams
Mumbai police alerted the public about how fraudsters pull off stock market investment scams and shared important tips for citizens to stay safe.
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PIB Shares Safety Tips To Avoid Getting Scammed By Online Job Frauds
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) is alerting people not to fall prey to fake job alerts on messages, emails or websites.
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Delhi Police Joins Gen Z "Clock It" Trend With Cyber Safety Message
The police department recently shared an Instagram post inspired by the viral "Clock It" trend.
-
How to Enable Advanced Protection on Your Android Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google introduced Advanced Protection for Android devices with the Android 16 update in June 2025. The functionality was rolled out with the claim that it would help curb online scams and fraud. The smartphones that have Advanced Protection enabled are capable of automatically identifying and blocking malicious websites that have previously been re...
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WhatsApp Introduces Device Linkage Warning as Meta Expands Anti-Fraud Tools Across Facebook, Messenger
Meta Platforms announced a new set of anti-scam tools across its major messaging platforms on Wednesday. Rolling out on Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp, the additions are aimed at helping users identify and avoid online scams. As per the Menlo Park-based tech giant, new features include new in-app alerts, improved safety controls, and partnership...
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Black Friday Scam Alert: From Fake Websites To AI Videos, Watch Out For These Common Scams
Cybersecurity experts warn of Black Friday scams including fake online stores, phishing emails, and delivery scams that steal personal and financial information.
-
Google Announces New AI Safety Tools for India, Expands Access to SynthID
Google announced new India-focused AI safety initiatives, including a screen-sharing scam alert for apps such as Google Pay, Navi and Paytm, and a new Enhanced Phone Number Verification system to replace SMS OTPs. Scam Detection via Gemini Nano is rolling out to Pixel phones. Google Play Protect and SynthID access are also being expanded to strengt...
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"With Just One Click...": IPS Officer Warns Of Scam Amid Nano Banana Trend
IPS officer VC Sajjanar on X (formerly Twitter) alerted users about the danger of sharing personal information online. He emphasised that while online trends can be fun, users could face serious risks if they are careless with their private data.
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Google Reveals How It Is Using AI to Combat Online Scams in Search, Chrome and Android
Google released a new report on Thursday, highlighting how it has been combating online scams across different products using artificial intelligence (AI). The report specifically focuses on how AI technology is being implemented in Search, Google Chrome, and Android. The Mountain View-based tech giant said that generative AI is enabling it to dete...
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Centre Issues Alert About Online Frauds Targeting Pilgrims, Tourists
The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, has alerted the public about online booking frauds, especially those targeting Char Dham pilgrims and tourists, across the country.
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Thane Woman Falls For Work From Home Job With High Salary Scam, Loses Rs 15 Lakh
A 37-year-old woman in Maharashtra's Thane district has allegedly lost Rs 15.14 lakh after being lured by some persons for a work-from-home opportunity promising high earnings, police said on Wednesday.
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Thane Man Loses Rs 47.47 Lakh In Cryptocurrency 'Investment' Scam
A 38-year-old man from Maharashtra's Thane district was allegedly duped of Rs 47.47 lakh by fraudsters who lured him to invest in cryptocurrency, police said on Monday.
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One Third People In India Lose Money To Scams Via Real-Time Payments: Report
The report stated that 60 per cent of respondents reported exposure to messages from scammers, and 54 per cent said friends or family members had been scammed.
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How A Rs 59 Lakh Online Scam Unfolded Involving Fake CBI, Custom Officials
A man residing in Maharashtra's Thane city lost Rs 59 lakh as cyber fraudsters coerced him into paying money by posing as Customs and CBI officials.
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Man Tries To Scam Woman On WhatsApp Telling Her Husband Is "Gay", This Happens Next
An X user recently took to the micro-blogging site to share how a man tried to scam her on WhatsApp by falsely claiming that her husband was "gay" and in a relationship with him.
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''How Fraudsters Trap You'': Mumbai Police Warns Public About Stock Market Investment Scams
Mumbai police alerted the public about how fraudsters pull off stock market investment scams and shared important tips for citizens to stay safe.
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PIB Shares Safety Tips To Avoid Getting Scammed By Online Job Frauds
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) is alerting people not to fall prey to fake job alerts on messages, emails or websites.
