I Almost Got Scammed By A Fake Amazon Call: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Share That OTP
What started as a routine weekend of receiving online orders quickly took a suspicious turn for me. After accepting a series of cash-on-delivery Amazon parcels...
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Google announces new security features for Android for protection against scam and theft | TechCrunch
At the Android Show on Tuesday, ahead of Google I/O, Google announced new security and privacy features for Android. These new features include new protections...
WhatsApp ‘Do You Know This Person?’ Photo Scam Can Empty Your Bank Account
Cybercriminals have devised a deceptive new method to compromise user data on WhatsApp, using a seemingly innocent question: “Do you know this person?” Paired with...
Scam Call, Fake Delivery Guy, & A Coupon: Swiggy Customer’s Shocking Ordeal Raises Safety Alarm
A food delivery gone wrong has sparked serious concerns over customer safety and accountability at Swiggy, after a user exposed what appears to be a...
FTC says Americans lost $12.5B to scams last year — social media, AI, and crypto didn’t help | TechCrunch
You’re not the only one getting voicemails about your car’s extended warranty. According to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), about 2.6 million people submitted...
WhatsApp Scam Alert: Essential Tips To Keep Your Account Safe From Hackers
“Sorry, I Mistakenly sent you a 6 digit code via Sms, can you forward it to me? It’s urgent. (sic)” Jasbir Ghosh, a 67-year-old teacher...
Centre Issues Advisory To Platforms To Remove Content/Apps Enabling Caller ID Manipulation
The Centre has issued an advisory to social media platforms including Elon Musk-owned X, Meta-owned Facebook and Instagram, and other companies while directing them to...
Fake Apps & URLs: How Cybercriminals Manipulate Brands & How to Fight Back
By Ankit Sharma A customer searches for a well-known brand online, clicks the first link they see, and logs in — only to realise later...
Bengaluru Woman Claims She Lost Rs 2 Lakh Via Phone Scam Despite Not Sharing Details
A 57-year-old woman from Bengaluru fell victim to a meticulously planned phone scam that cost her Rs 2 lakh. The incident, which took place on...
Wedding Invitation Scam Explained: Received
Cybercrime and cyberattacks have been on the rise for quite some time now, especially with more cases surfacing about digital arrests, financial scams, and whatnot....