Tag: #ConsumerProtection
India’s central bank is moving to protect people who lose money in small-value digital payment fraud. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed a new framework that could offer compensation of up to ₹25,000 to victims of unauthorized digital transactions. The goal is to give users more confidence in online payments while keeping the […]
Travelers are being cautioned about a sharp increase in travel scams, potentially driven by artificial intelligence (AI). Booking.com, a major online travel booking platform, reports a staggering surge of between 500% and 900% in scam attempts over the past year and a half. Marnie Wilking, Booking.com’s internet safety chief, attributes this rise partly to the […]
In today’s hyper-connected world, our digital lives hold immense value. From our online bank accounts and social media profiles to our work documents and healthcare information, a secure digital fortress is paramount. The first line of defense in this digital sanctuary? Strong passwords. But what exactly makes a password strong, and why should you prioritize […]