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Cybersecurity upgrade for cooperative banks planned

Cybersecurity upgrade for cooperative banks planned

The Yogi government will upgrade cybersecurity in 50 cooperative banks across Uttar Pradesh with support from TCS, Wipro, and NABARD. A ₹10 crore budget will back cloud integration, cyber safety training, and public awareness to boost banking security and trust. Lucknow: The Yogi government plans to outfit 50 district cooperative banks and Uttar Pradesh Cooperative Bank Limited with cutting-edge cybersecurity equipment as a significant step toward modernising and safeguarding the state’s cooperative banking network. These banks will be onboarded onto a cloud platform based on the core banking system (CBS) as part of this project, guaranteeing the total security and transparency of all consumer transactions. Prominent IT companies like TCS and Wipro will assist in putting this ambitious project into action. By providing cutting-edge solutions for data security, server administration, and cyberattack prevention, these businesses will contribute to the strengthening of the cooperative banking system. Additionally, NABARD will support the initiative by offering financial assistance, technical help, training, and monitoring. The goal is to increase the security, resilience, and consumer trust of all cooperative banks. The Yogi government is starting a public awareness campaign about cyber safety in addition to putting in place a strong technological defence. Customers of banks will receive education on how to guard against cyber fraud, where to report incidents, and safe practices. Digital media, gram panchayats, and bank offices will all be used for awareness campaigns. For the fiscal year 2025–2026, the state government has allocated Rs. 10 crore in special budgetary funds to guarantee the successful execution of this plan. Establishing technical infrastructure, improving server security, holding training sessions, increasing cyber awareness, and integrating services with the cloud platform are all planned uses for this grant. This project will strengthen district cooperative banks’ financial stability in addition to enhancing cybersecurity. It is anticipated that increased public trust in the cooperative banking industry will result from improved technology infrastructure and more transparent services, which will raise deposits and credit disbursements.

Facebook and Instagram owner Meta to enable AI ad creation by the end of next year

Facebook and Instagram owner Meta to enable AI ad creation by the end of next year

Meta plans to roll out full AI-powered ad creation tools by the end of 2025, allowing businesses to generate complete ads using just product images and budgets. The move could disrupt traditional ad agencies while empowering small businesses with limited resources. In a move that shocked the conventional marketing sector, the owner of Facebook and Instagram has agreed to assist advertisers in completely developing and targeting campaigns with artificial intelligence capabilities by the end of next year. The advertising and media companies that manage client campaigns and budgets face competition from Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, which also owns WhatsApp, which seeks to directly target clients’ marketing spending. Brands using Meta’s advertising platform will be able to make ads using a product image and a budgeted marketing spend, thanks to the AI techniques that are currently being developed, as first reported by the Wall Street Journal. Some AI technologies are currently available on Meta’s platform, enabling advertisers to modify current ads before they show up on Facebook and Instagram. The new technologies, however, have the potential to disintermediate the conventional functions of agencies in creating, planning, and purchasing advertising. They may also make it possible for a large number of advertisers with modest budgets who are unable to pay marketing services firms. Following a client’s budget, the AI tools would produce the full advertisement, including the text, images, and video, and target users with it. An advertisement for a vacation firm, for instance, might be customised to provide bargains that are directly connected to users’ likely destinations of interest by using targeting techniques like geolocation. As word broke on Monday about Meta’s planned AI rollout, which may greatly increase the $160 billion (£118 billion) the firm already makes from advertising each year, investors swiftly sold up some of the biggest marketing services in the world. WPP’s stock fell 3% in early trading, while Publicis Groupe and Havas, both French companies, had declines of 3.9% and 3%, respectively. The creation of new tools has been described as “a redefinition of the category of advertising” by Zuckerberg, who is primarily focused on advancing AI-powered advertising. With plans to invest between $64 billion and $72 billion in capital expenditures, including the cost of establishing AI infrastructure, Meta revised its spending projection for the upcoming year in April 2025. Initially, the business stated that it anticipated spending up to $65 billion in 2025. According to Meta, increasing its AI capabilities for companies is not an attempt to displace established agencies. In a recent LinkedIn post, Alex Schultz, Meta’s chief marketing officer and vice-president of analytics, stated, “We believe in the future of agencies.” We think AI will free up valuable time and resources for advertising and agencies to concentrate on what matters—creativity. Although we believe that marketing will eventually become more automated, agencies will continue to play a crucial role because of their capacity to plan, carry out, and evaluate across channels. Schultz did, however, add that AI tools would help “level the playing field” for small and medium-sized enterprises that lack the resources or time to hire agencies. “Our platform is essential to the growth of millions of small businesses,” he stated. “AI can help level the playing field for these businesses that can’t work with an agency or don’t have time in their hectic days to think about their creative or targeting.”

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah most recent episode: Gokuldham society’s drama meets knowledge of cybercrime

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's most recent episode: Gokuldham society's drama meets knowledge of cybercrime

In the latest episode of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Mehta Sahab decides to sell his house to repay the Gokuldham residents after a cyber scam gone wrong. Created with I4C, the episode highlights emotional accountability and cybercrime awareness. Tonight’s episode of Asit Kumar Modi’s well-known sitcom, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma, which was produced in collaboration with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, promises a great deal of drama and emotional depth as the residents of Gokuldham Society deal with a moral dilemma. As the repercussions of his poor decision-making continue to weigh heavily on him, Mehta Sahab is seen grappling with a tremendous sense of guilt for leading his fellow neighbours into a disastrous financial decision. In an attempt to restore his reputation and earn back the faith of those who lost their hard-earned money, he makes the life-altering decision to sell his own home to pay them back. Mehta Sahab, unable to handle the embarrassment and emotional strain, resolves to make sure that not a single penny is left unpaid, “even if it means sacrificing his comfort and stability.” Although he acts with integrity, the residents have conflicting feelings about it. While some praise his audacious action and his sense of responsibility, others are concerned that taking such a drastic measure could backfire. Viewers are left wondering after watching the episode: Was this a decision influenced by emotion, or is this the correct course for redemption? Watch SAB TV tonight at 8:30 PM as the emotional storm plays out. Previously on the Show Gokuldham was depicted in the most recent episode as being extremely tense. Anger and anguish swept through the town, shattering its togetherness. Mehta Sahab, who had promised a “paison ki baarish” that developed into a financial nightmare, was despised by the locals, from Iyer to Sunita the sabziwali. Their finances were gone, their aspirations were dashed, and the pain of betrayal was unbearable. Mehta Sahab, already distraught at losing his job, was emotionally cornered and made a heart-breaking vow to make things right: “Promising to repay every single rupee they have lost.” But is it a losing struggle for him?

North Face and Cartier customer data stolen in cyber attacks

North Face and Cartier customer data stolen in cyber attacks

The North Face and Cartier have suffered cyberattacks exposing customer data like names, email addresses, and account details, though no financial information was compromised. Both companies have contained the breaches and advised users to stay alert for suspicious activity. Although financial information has not been impacted, both fashion brands have disclosed that customer names and email addresses have been accessed. Brand of outdoor apparel. Following the discovery of “unusual activity,” The North Face experienced a “small-scale” attack on its website in April 2025. Because of the nature of the data, we advise clients to stay vigilant for any unsolicited or questionable correspondence. Cartier The US company claimed to have been the target of a “credential stuffing attack,” in which credentials for account authentication were taken from another source, such as hacks of other websites. It stated that it thinks email addresses and password information have been compromised by cybercriminals. The North Face claimed that after gaining access to select consumers’ accounts, the hackers were able to divulge details such as phone numbers, dates of birth, preferences, shipping addresses, and items bought on the company’s website. It emphasised that the assault did not compromise credit card details. In another email, the jewellery company Cartier informed clients that “an unauthorised party temporarily gained access to our system and obtained limited information.” The business, which is owned by the upscale corporation Richemont, claimed to have “contained” the problem and notified the appropriate authorities. According to its first assessment, the breach might have impacted client data, such as names, email addresses, and the nation in which they reside. “Considering the nature of the data, we advise you to stay vigilant for any unsolicited messages or other questionable correspondence,” the business stated. The businesses are the most recent retailers to be impacted by a wave of cyberattacks that have been plaguing the industry in recent months. Since April, Marks & Spencer has suspended all online orders due to a cyber issue that, according to executives, is expected to cost the company over £300 million. Over the previous two months, hacks have also targeted rival UK stores Harrods and The Co-op.

DCP Gaurav Rajpurohit Inaugurates Gurugram Cyber Security Internship Program

Cyber Security Internship

The 12th Guru Gram Police Cyber Security Summer Internship (GPCSSI 2025) was inaugurated with over 12,000 applicants and 1,100 interns selected nationwide. Interns will undergo intensive cybersecurity training and act as Cyber Ambassadors and Cyber Warriors to promote cyber hygiene. Gaurav Rajpurohit, DCP East, officially opened the 12th Guru Gram Police Cyber Security Summer Internship (GPCSSI 2025) today at DAV Public School in Sector 49. More than 12,000 applications have been submitted for the internship this year. DCP Rajpurohit gave a perceptive speech after the inauguration about the increasing shift from physical to digital threats and the significance of youth cyber knowledge. He emphasised how important it will be for interns to promote cyber hygiene in their communities as Cyber Ambassadors and Cyber Warriors. Over 12,000 applications have been submitted for the internship this year, which is a huge response. 550 Cyber Warriors (including undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and working professionals) and 550 Cyber Ambassadors (children from Grades 9–12) were chosen from among these 1,100 interns, ensuring a true pan-India participation. Dr. Rakshit Tandon, ACP Cybercrime, Pranshu Dewan, and DCP East, Gaurav Rajpurohit, customarily lit the lamp to start the ritual. Using video testimonies from former interns who are now thriving in the cybersecurity industry, Dr. Tandon narrated the internship’s inspirational path over the last 12 years. Students from DAV Public School raised awareness of digital hazards and the value of online safety with a potent nukkad natak (street play) on the subject of cybercrime. In his vote of thanks, Charu Maini thanked the students, mentors, and police for their commitment to this admirable cause. According to a Guru Gram police spokeswoman, interns will receive in-depth, practical training in cybersecurity, cyber hygiene, investigations, and tool development over the course of the following month. The program will culminate with a grand closing ceremony on July 2, 2025, and feature guest lectures from national cyber specialists.

Rate Gain launches REMO, its first AI-powered digital employee to enhance workplace communication

Rate Gain launches REMO

Rate Gain launches REMO, its first AI-powered digital employee to enhance workplace communication its first AI-powered digital employee, to boost workplace communication and employee well-being. REMO supports open dialogue, emotional check-ins, and aligns with the company’s AI strategy to enhance human-centric experiences. The first AI-powered digital employee, REMO, has been introduced by Rate Gain Travel Technologies Limited, a global supplier of AI-driven SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality sector. The program seeks to promote organisational openness, worker well-being, and workplace communication. Developed as an always-on conversational AI, REMO is a member of Rate Gain’s People and Culture team. It gives workers a private, accepting setting in which to discuss professional goals, voice issues, give feedback, and check in on their emotional health. REMO encourages candid discussion and is available at any time to lower obstacles to communication. This rollout is in line with Rate Gain’s overarching AI strategy, which emphasises augmenting rather than replacing the human experience in the workplace. Rate Gain aims to instil empathy, individuality, and psychological safety into its organisational culture by incorporating AI into its internal processes. By providing a scalable internal communication and engagement solution, REMO also demonstrates the company’s efforts to adjust to the demands of a remote workforce. As a tool, it keeps changing in response to employee interactions, giving the business a better understanding of employee expectations and workplace sentiment.

West Bengal, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan are being watched as new hotspots for cybercrime

West Bengal

West Bengal, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan are emerging as new cybercrime hotspots, prompting the Centre to direct immediate crackdowns and faster investigations. The MHA is enhancing inter-state coordination through Joint Cyber Coordination Teams and workshops to tackle the growing threat. The Centre has instructed states to take immediate action by stepping up crackdowns, accelerating investigations, and clearing backlogs in order to stop the problem from getting worse. This is because districts in Rajasthan, West Bengal, and Maharashtra are quickly becoming new hotspots for cybercrime. Sources claim that to combat the growing menace of cybercrime, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan met at a high level last month with senior officials from hotspot districts and ranges, along with other top officers. Directors General of Police (DGPs), commissioners from every state and Union Territory (UT), their designated state cybercrime chiefs, and officials from areas designated as hotspots for cybercrime attended the meeting. Jharkhand has long been a hotspot for cybercrime, but new hotspots have surfaced in the Bharatpur Range (Rajasthan), Mumbai (Maharashtra), Kolkata (West Bengal), and Dumka (Jharkhand), according to sources. According to sources, district SSPs who were present at the conference were instructed to reduce cybercrime. “To combat cybercrimes quickly, the government has requested that states seek technological assistance from the Centre. A meeting will be scheduled to prioritise the investigation because of new hotspots that have raised worries among cybersecurity organisations, according to a senior official. Under the Indian Cyber Crime Collaboration Centre (I4C), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has formed seven Joint Cyber Coordination Teams (JCCTs) to improve enforcement and collaboration. These teams work in places that have been identified as having significant levels of cybercrime activity and complicated, multi-jurisdictional issues, such as Mewat, Jamtara, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Visakhapatnam, and Guwahati. To improve coordination between law enforcement agencies across states and UTs, the MHA reported that seven JCCT workshops were held in Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, Lucknow, Ranchi, and Chandigarh.

Samsung nears wide-ranging deal with Perplexity for AI features

Samsung

Samsung is nearing a major deal to invest in and integrate Perplexity AI’s search technology across its devices, including the Galaxy S26 and Bixby assistant. The partnership may reduce Samsung’s reliance on Google and marks Perplexity’s largest mobile collaboration to date. Samsung Electronics is close to signing a comprehensive agreement to invest in Perplexity AI and integrate the artificial intelligence startup’s search technology at the forefront of the South Korean company’s products. According to people with knowledge of the situation, the two businesses are negotiating to integrate Perplexity’s search capabilities into the Samsung web browser and preload the startup’s software and assistant on future Samsung devices. According to insiders who asked not to be named because the discussions are confidential, the companies have also talked about integrating Perplexity’s technology into Samsung’s Bixby virtual assistant. According to the sources, Samsung intends to make the Perplexity integrations public as early as this year to make the service the default assistant choice for the Galaxy S26 phone line, which is scheduled to go on sale in the first half of 2026. The precise specifics, however, are still subject to change as they have not been finalised. According to the sources, the IT behemoth is also anticipated to be among the largest backers of Perplexity’s upcoming investment round. At a $14 billion valuation, the business is in advanced talks to raise $500 million. The extensive partnership might help Samsung lessen its reliance on Google, a division of Alphabet Inc., and open the door for it to collaborate with a variety of AI developers, much like Apple Inc. does with its products and services. The agreement, which comes after a recent integration agreement with Motorola, would be Perplexity’s largest mobile cooperation to date. Perplexity and Samsung representatives choose not to comment. Earlier this year, in April, the two businesses began talking about a cooperation. According to the persons, the two parties met in South Korea in recent weeks and are now nearing a deal. According to the sources, Samsung and Perplexity have also talked about developing an AI-powered operating system and an AI agent app that can access features from Perplexity and other AI helpers. Apple has expressed interest in collaborating with Perplexity as well. Perplexity has been proposed by the iPhone manufacturer as a Google Search substitute and as a replacement for ChatGPT integration in the Siri voice assistant. During recent testimony at a Google antitrust lawsuit, Apple’s senior vice president of services, Eddy Cue, stated, “We’ve started some discussions with them about what they’re doing because we’ve been pretty impressed with what Perplexity has done.” How Perplexity’s relationship with Samsung, one of Apple’s most ardent competitors, might impact that is unknown.

Apple’s ‘Big AI’ problem that Google, Microsoft and Amazon do not have to deal with

Apple's 'Big AI' problem

Apple faces a significant AI disadvantage due to limited infrastructure, delayed investments, and reliance on rivals like Google for AI resources. Meanwhile, competitors like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon lead with robust AI ecosystems, cloud infrastructure, and advanced models. Apple is allegedly at a disadvantage in the AI space, even though IT behemoths like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are making quick progress in this area. According to a recent analysis, the iPhone manufacturer lacks the necessary infrastructure and sustained investment in fundamental AI technologies that its rivals have spent years, if not decades, creating, despite its efforts to advance AI programs. For instance, Apple postponed its intended redesign of Siri earlier this year because the update, which was supposed to bring Siri into the age of generative AI, wasn’t yet complete. According to a Business Insider story, Apple could have to create essential AI components from scratch if it hopes to modernise Siri to the level of its rivals. This would be costly and time-consuming, and it might take years. If not, it might have to rely more on rivals or buy out start-ups in bulk to catch up. Google’s decades-long head start in AI technology Certain AI building elements are necessary for the creation of a successful AI product. While Microsoft and Amazon have some of the fundamental AI building blocks in place, Google already has almost all of them. Google can introduce AI consumer tools like Veo, Flow, and Imagen because it owns the deep stack of technologies that underpin its AI building blocks, including data, chips, data centres, cloud businesses, and ways to distribute the goods. Transformer, the ground-breaking architecture underlying contemporary generative AI, was created by Google in 2017. Since their introduction in 2016, Google’s AI processors, known as Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), have become essential components of both Google products and third-party developers’ use of Google Cloud. Decades of data collection and online indexing are also advantageous to Google. In order to make these tools available to clients, the company uses data centres, a cloud business, and a massive dataset to train its potent AI models. How Amazon and Microsoft are thriving in this space while Apple is not Some of these foundational components, such as cloud infrastructure, AI models, specialised AI teams developing the technology, and even relationships, are shared by Amazon and Microsoft. In contrast, Apple does not have this kind of infrastructure or access, and it lacks many of these resources. Apple still depends on Google data centres for services like iCloud backups since it does not have enough large-scale data centres of its own. Apple even asked to use Google’s TPUs for recent AI training, thereby stealing infrastructure from a direct competitor. According to reports, Apple is lagging behind Google by almost seven years in the development of AI chips for data centres. Despite having access to vast amounts of data from its devices, Apple has been cautious about using such data for AI training because of its privacy-first principles. Its capacity to create and improve large-scale models is thus limited.  Additionally, according to the report, Apple has fallen behind in terms of attracting and keeping elite AI talent. How may this be a risk to Apple Apple’s delayed investment in AI infrastructure may become a major issue if generative AI ends up changing how people use computers, including laptops and smartphones. Apple is still putting the fundamentals together, while other tech behemoths are introducing complete, powerful AI systems.