Scammers Exploit I4C Name in AI-Driven Cyber Fraud Scheme

Scammers Exploit I4C Name in AI-Driven Cyber Fraud Scheme

First seen 9 Mar 2026, 18:43 UTC •DeshabhimaniEnglish.MathrubhumiTribuneindia •51.8

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Cyber fraudsters are misusing the name of the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) to extort money from victims. They employ AI-generated videos and fake notices, threatening legal action unless payments are made. Victims are primarily targeted through social media, email, and WhatsApp, leading to significant financial losses.

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2026-03-07
Authorities issue warning about new cyber fraud scheme
2026-03-09
Scams reported using AI videos and fake challans

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