Dec 7, 04:13 PM

Cyber Fraud in India: Mumbai Woman and Indore Elderly Lose ₹46 lakh and ₹36 lakh to AI-Driven Scams

Recent reports highlight a surge in cyber fraud incidents in India, particularly involving sophisticated scams that utilize advanced technologies such as voice cloning and deepfake videos. In Mumbai, a woman fell victim to an Instagram scam, losing millions of rupees. Meanwhile, a mother and daughter in Noida were digitally arrested and defrauded of ₹36 lakh. In a separate incident in Indore, an elderly woman was deceived by fraudsters impersonating officials from TRAI, CBI, and Customs, resulting in a loss of ₹46 lakh. These scams often involve impersonation tactics where scammers claim victims are linked to illegal activities, exploiting their trust and leading to significant financial losses. Cybersecurity experts warn that the misuse of AI technology, including deepfakes, poses a growing threat to individuals and financial security.

#India #Mumbai #Noida #Indore #TRAI #CBI #Customs

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Cyber Fraud in India: Mumbai Woman and Indore Elderly Lose ₹46 lakh and ₹36 lakh to AI-Driven Scams

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