In a poignant reminder of the growing digital divide and the need for stronger consumer protections, a 57-year-old woman from Bengaluru was defrauded of Rs 2 lakh. The incident, likely a grim first-of-its-kind in the city, underscores the urgency for comprehensive cybersecurity measures and the need for increased awareness and educational resources to safeguard citizens, especially the less tech-savvy, against such sophisticated online threats.
Vulnerable Woman Falls Victim to Evolving Cyber Scams, Loses Rs 2 Lakh
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Bengaluru: In what appears to be a first such cyber crime reported in Bengaluru, a 57-year-old woman lost Rs 2 lakh following instructions and pressin.
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Highlighting a concerning trend of personal accountability in the digital age, a Bengaluru woman, 57, was swindled out of Rs 2 lakh after failing to exercise due diligence during a seemingly innocuous IVR call. This event highlights the pressing need for individuals to adopt more vigilant online practices and for policies that prioritize and incentivize personal responsibility in cybersecurity, over regulatory interventions that might stifle digital innovation.
From The Times of India