Aadhaar 2.0

No More Imposters: WhatsApp India Launches 'Verified Merchant' Video Calls to Kill Scams

No More Imposters: WhatsApp India Launches ‘Verified Merchant’ Video Calls to Kill Scams

Fighting fraud with tech: WhatsApp India has launched 'Verified Merchant Video,' a new feature that displays a government-linked ID badge directly on the video call screen.

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January 20, 2026

Protecting Your Digital Twin: RBI Mandates 'Deepfake Insurance' for All Bank Accounts

Money & Policy

Protecting Your Digital Twin: RBI Mandates ‘Deepfake Insurance’ for All Bank Accounts

Safety in the age of AI: The RBI has issued new mandates for 'Deepfake Insurance,' ensuring that Indian bank customers are protected against AI-driven identity theft and financial fraud.

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January 19, 2026

Aadhaar 2.0: Bharat’s Digital Identity Reinvents Itself for the AI Era

National Pulse

Aadhaar 2.0: Bharat’s Digital Identity Reinvents Itself for the AI Era

The Ministry of Electronics and IT has announced the roadmap for 'Aadhaar 2.0'. The update introduces 'Face-Auth' as a primary standard and hardware-level encryption to combat AI-driven identity theft.

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January 17, 2026