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Specs stopped selling smartphones. Intelligence is the new benchmark - A breakdown of Google I/O and Apple’s WWDC 2026Smartphones are evolving beyond just hardware. Companies like Google and Apple are now prioritizing artificial intelligence. This means pho...
After CBSE and NTA row, JEE Advanced 2026 data exposure claim by a Dubai-based researcher sparks security debate, institute respondsJEE Advanced 2026: A cybersecurity researcher flagged a publicly accessible cloud storage linked to JEE Advanced 2026 results, potentially ...
UIDAI says mAadhaar app retiring soon: Check what is new Aadhaar app , direct link to download, key security features and moreUIDAI new aadhaar app: The UIDAI is phasing out the old mAadhaar app, introducing a new, redesigned Aadhaar platform focused on enhanced pr...
Harassed by loan recovery agents? Know your legal rights and 6 steps to fight backBorrowers struggling with debt often face harassment from recovery agents through abusive calls, threats, public shaming, and unauthorised ...
Google search revealing your phone number and personal details online? Here's how to protect it from fraudsters using this privacy toolThis simple Google tool can decrease the chances of strangers coming across your private information lying on the internet. However, you mu...
How your old forgotten UPI IDs may become a security risk and how to protect yourselfDeleting UPI apps doesn't deactivate associated IDs, leaving financial and privacy risks. Old, forgotten UPI IDs linked to recycled mobile ...
Free Aadhaar update deadline extended by one year: Check new due date for UID update on myAadhaar portalThe Unique Identification Authority of India has extended the free Aadhaar document update service on the myAadhaar portal. Aadhaar holders...
What is Signal and is it secure?Russia-linked hackers are targeting Signal users. These attacks exploit user trust through phishing. They trick people into revealing accou...
Indian students enrolment to US institutions drops by 6.9%: Govt in RSMore than 3.5 lakh Indian students are studying in the US. This number has dropped by 6.9 percent. Stricter visa rules and higher rejection...
New cybersecurity rules notified amid concerns with security push 'mandatory only for telecom operators'New cybersecurity rules are now in effect. The Department of Telecom aims to curb cyber fraud with a mobile number validation platform. Thi...
Sim Swapping Scam: How to safeguard your mobile privacyIn a sim swapping scam, scammers gain access to your SIM card and manipulate the network provider to link your number to their card.
Google trackers are in 97% of Indian websites, study findsThe study involved 201 Indian mobile apps and websites from 100 organisations across 25 industries. Arrka tracked various privacy parameter...
Protecting your bank account: Dos and don’tsProtecting your bank account: Dos and don’ts
Won't link my mobile phone number with Aadhaar: Mamata BanerjeeBanerjee has long been protesting against the Centre's decision to make Aadhaar mandatory in social sector schemes.
After Idea, Vodafone now announces anonymous mobile recharge facilityTo avail the Vodafone Private Recharge option, a customer needs to send a toll free SMS ‘Private’ to 12604.
Singapore firm aims to launch phone number shield app in India'StitMe' is being marketed as business to consumer and its bigger, sister app 'ShieldMe' is for business to business basis.
Most Indians ignorant about privacy issues on Internet, social media: StudyThe privacy awareness about issues in public places was also low, says the study entitled 'Privacy in India: Attitudes and Awareness V 2.0'.
- Facebook to temporarily disable mobile number sharing feature
Facebook, which is estimated to have over 600 million users worldwide, said it expects to re-enable the improved feature in the next few we...
- DoT mulls mobile directory via call centre
The Department of Telecom is considering ways of introducing a mobile phone directory through public-private partnership mode.
- DoT yet to take decision on mobile phone directory
The government is examining the possibility of publishing a directory of mobile phone users, a move that could end the privacy of many subs...