All Things Policy Society, State & Market: India’s Cyber Awareness Playbook
Sep 22, 2025
Vinay Nagaraj, founder of the CopConnect initiative, and Lokendra Sharma, an expert in high-tech geopolitics, dive into India's cyber awareness landscape. They discuss the rising threats of cyber scams and the unique vulnerabilities faced by children, gamers, and seniors. The CopConnect app emerges as a vital resource, bridging victims with law enforcement. The duo emphasizes the importance of resilience over foolproof systems, spotlighting proactive tech solutions and the alarming rise of AI impersonation risks. Tune in for practical tips to stay safe online!
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Digital Adoption Outpaced Readiness
- India’s rapid smartphone and 4G adoption created a large, undertrained digital population exposed to new threat surfaces.
- The rush to digital services increased fraud and national costs because users lacked basic mobile cyber hygiene.
Protect Kids In Game Chatrooms
- Monitor the chat platforms your children use, including game chatrooms like Roblox and Discord.
- Treat online strangers like street strangers and restrict or supervise young users' chat access.
Act Fast And Gather Proof
- If your phone is compromised, collect transaction numbers and technical details immediately.
- Get help to file an FIR quickly because those details are essential for police and banks to act.