Over the last few years the number of families with a family member living abroad has gone up significantly. For example, in our colony at least one member from every household is staying overseas Over the last few years the number of families with a family member...
Fraud alert: Here’s why you need to be wary of SMS KYCs
So, what to do in cases where you receive KYCs calls or messages? My parents are in their late 70s and early 80s. They proudly live an independent and active social life. One Saturday, late evening, my mother got an SMS...
How to safeguard yourself against digital banking and payment frauds
With the migration to a digital economy, digital payments are on the rise. Fraudsters have continued to keep up with changing times With the migration to a digital economy, digital payments are on the rise. Fraudsters have continued to keep up with changing times....
Frauds in the Brick and Mortar Space: Tips to keep you safe
To make banking experience convenient for customers, several banks have provided facilities like off-site ATMs with dropbox To make banking experience convenient for customers, several banks have provided facilities like off-site ATMs with dropbox, doorstep...
Unmasking three types of common online frauds
International Domain Name Holograph Attack (Punycode) Fraud, Classified Marketplace Fraud, and Social Engineering Fraud This article sheds light on three prominent types of online fraud commonly prevalent in India: International Domain Name Holograph Attack (Punycode)...
Digital Lending and FedEx Scams: How to Identify These Frauds and Protect Yourself
To protect yourself from falling victim to these scams, it is essential to be aware of the red flags and take necessary precautions As the world faced the unprecedented challenges brought about by the pandemic, millions of Indians found themselves grappling with job...
Beware of these mobile and internet frauds
Juice Jacking | Broadband Internet Security | SIM Swap Fraud In today’s digital age, mobile phones and computers have become prime targets for cybercriminals seeking to steal sensitive information. We will shed light on three prevalent frauds that exploit access to...
Here’s How You Can Safeguard Small Businesses Against Hacking
Hacking, a sophisticated and meticulously orchestrated endeavour, often targets businesses, corporations, and financial institutions, leading to devastating data breaches In today’s digital age, the threat of hacking looms large over businesses, transcending the realm...
Stories to Tell – Jamtara from reel life to real life
I’m sure most of the readers must have watched the web series Jamtara released some 3 years back on Netflix in 2020.The web-series is based on real-life incidents around the widespread growth of phishing calls and organised cyber crimes of scamming. I...