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TRAI Extends Deadline Of Traceability Mandate. All About New OTP Rule To Curb Online Fraud
From December 11 onward, any traffic (messages) with undefined or mismatched Telemarketer chains will be rejected.
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TRAI Traceability Guidelines Start From December 1. What It Means For OTPs
The new traceability guidelines of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will come into effect on December 1, 2024, to protect consumers from spam and fraudulent messages.
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Rule Changes From December 1: Crackdown On OTP Scams, Maldives Tourist Fee Hike And More
December is the last month of the calendar year 2024. Here are some important changes expected from December 1.
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Android 16 Will Reportedly Automatically Hide Sensitive Lock Screen Notifications
Android 16 was released in developer preview on Wednesday. A dive into the Android 16 Developer Preview 1 has revealed that it might bring a new feature which automatically hides sensitive notifications, such as OTPs and two-factor authentication codes, from the smartphone’s lock screen, according to a report. With this step, it may reportedly be...
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OTPs For Transactions Likely To Be Affected From November 1. Here's Why
Leading telecom companies are raising concerns that important messages may not reach customers as the TRAI’s new rule on message traceability comes into effect from November 1
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Vietnamese Hackers Using ‘Maorrisbot’ to Target Indians in WhatsApp e-Challan Scam: CloudSEK
WhatsApp e-Challan scams are reportedly being carried out in India using a new type of technical malware dubbed Maorris bot. This is a new type of scam and the report claims there is a large organised effort behind it. So far, the malware is said to be affecting only Android devices, and no impact has been seen on the iPhone or other Apple devices.
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Mutual Fund Investor's Complaint, Resolution Post On 'Groww' App Viral
The user further claimed that Groww's customer service was unhelpful and that unauthorised attempts were made to access OTPs from mutual fund portals.
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Bengaluru Man's Chat With Scammer Reveals Their Devious Methods
A Bengaluru man, Chetty Arun, decided to engage with a scammer who attempted to trick him into installing a malicious APK file. Surprisingly, the scammer was open about their techniques, revealing they take over WhatsApp accounts to steal OTPs for e-
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Washington Dulles Airport Ranked As World's Most Punctual In February
Cirium Aviation Analytics highlights on-time performance (OTP) for both airlines and airports.
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Android 15 Could Offer a Boost to Two-Factor Authentication Security to Keep User Data Safe: Report
Android 15 is still under development, but on Friday, February 16, Google released the first Developer Preview of the upcoming operating system. The tech giant said that the new Android software will largely focus on security, and a new report claims to have found three new ways it will make your smartphone and your sensitive data more secure.
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Explained: What Is SIM Swapping Scam And How To Protect Yourself
A Delhi advocate has claimed that she lost Rs 50 lakh to a "sim swapping scam". Delhi Police's cyber unit said the woman didn't share any information like OTP (one time password) with the scammer.
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Protect Your Aadhaar Card: Step-by-Step Guide To Locking It Online
When you lock your Aadhar card, it secures your biometric data and other personal information, preventing unauthorised individuals from misusing your Aadhar card.
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NDTV Originals: How A Call From A "Beautiful" Woman Can Turn Your Life "Ugly"
Cyber crimes have risen sharply in the country. 6,94,424 complaints related to financial frauds were filed in 2022, and First Information Reports, or FIRs, were registered in just 2.6 per cent of these complaints.
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'Inside The OTP Mafia' Exposes Dark Underbelly Of Transnational Cyber Crime
Most people at some point have received offers of a loan, a warning that bank cards will be blocked, and even an X-rated video starring the people who received the message. This is how the OTP mafia works.
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Mumbai Police Joins Barbie, Oppenheimer Meme Madness With Post On Public Safety
The post doubled up as a warning against drug use, driving without a helmet and sharing OTPs with strangers.
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TRAI Extends Deadline Of Traceability Mandate. All About New OTP Rule To Curb Online Fraud
From December 11 onward, any traffic (messages) with undefined or mismatched Telemarketer chains will be rejected.
-
TRAI Traceability Guidelines Start From December 1. What It Means For OTPs
The new traceability guidelines of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will come into effect on December 1, 2024, to protect consumers from spam and fraudulent messages.
-
Rule Changes From December 1: Crackdown On OTP Scams, Maldives Tourist Fee Hike And More
December is the last month of the calendar year 2024. Here are some important changes expected from December 1.
-
Android 16 Will Reportedly Automatically Hide Sensitive Lock Screen Notifications
Android 16 was released in developer preview on Wednesday. A dive into the Android 16 Developer Preview 1 has revealed that it might bring a new feature which automatically hides sensitive notifications, such as OTPs and two-factor authentication codes, from the smartphone’s lock screen, according to a report. With this step, it may reportedly be...
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OTPs For Transactions Likely To Be Affected From November 1. Here's Why
Leading telecom companies are raising concerns that important messages may not reach customers as the TRAI’s new rule on message traceability comes into effect from November 1
-
Vietnamese Hackers Using ‘Maorrisbot’ to Target Indians in WhatsApp e-Challan Scam: CloudSEK
WhatsApp e-Challan scams are reportedly being carried out in India using a new type of technical malware dubbed Maorris bot. This is a new type of scam and the report claims there is a large organised effort behind it. So far, the malware is said to be affecting only Android devices, and no impact has been seen on the iPhone or other Apple devices.
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Mutual Fund Investor's Complaint, Resolution Post On 'Groww' App Viral
The user further claimed that Groww's customer service was unhelpful and that unauthorised attempts were made to access OTPs from mutual fund portals.
-
Bengaluru Man's Chat With Scammer Reveals Their Devious Methods
A Bengaluru man, Chetty Arun, decided to engage with a scammer who attempted to trick him into installing a malicious APK file. Surprisingly, the scammer was open about their techniques, revealing they take over WhatsApp accounts to steal OTPs for e-
-
Washington Dulles Airport Ranked As World's Most Punctual In February
Cirium Aviation Analytics highlights on-time performance (OTP) for both airlines and airports.
-
Android 15 Could Offer a Boost to Two-Factor Authentication Security to Keep User Data Safe: Report
Android 15 is still under development, but on Friday, February 16, Google released the first Developer Preview of the upcoming operating system. The tech giant said that the new Android software will largely focus on security, and a new report claims to have found three new ways it will make your smartphone and your sensitive data more secure.
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Explained: What Is SIM Swapping Scam And How To Protect Yourself
A Delhi advocate has claimed that she lost Rs 50 lakh to a "sim swapping scam". Delhi Police's cyber unit said the woman didn't share any information like OTP (one time password) with the scammer.
-
Protect Your Aadhaar Card: Step-by-Step Guide To Locking It Online
When you lock your Aadhar card, it secures your biometric data and other personal information, preventing unauthorised individuals from misusing your Aadhar card.
-
NDTV Originals: How A Call From A "Beautiful" Woman Can Turn Your Life "Ugly"
Cyber crimes have risen sharply in the country. 6,94,424 complaints related to financial frauds were filed in 2022, and First Information Reports, or FIRs, were registered in just 2.6 per cent of these complaints.
-
'Inside The OTP Mafia' Exposes Dark Underbelly Of Transnational Cyber Crime
Most people at some point have received offers of a loan, a warning that bank cards will be blocked, and even an X-rated video starring the people who received the message. This is how the OTP mafia works.
-
Mumbai Police Joins Barbie, Oppenheimer Meme Madness With Post On Public Safety
The post doubled up as a warning against drug use, driving without a helmet and sharing OTPs with strangers.
