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Cybercrime networks shift to smaller, mobile scam operations amid enforcement pressure: FATF
In its report released from Paris, the global money-laundering watchdog said large, fortified compounds where cyber slaves were forced to commit financial cybercrimes are being moved to apartments, houses, hotels and office floors, sometimes rebranding as legitimate outsourcing or marketing firms.
Cybercrime networks shift to smaller, mobile scam operations amid enforcement pressure: FATF
In its report released from Paris, the global money-laundering watchdog said large, fortified compounds where cyber slaves were forced to commit financial cybercrimes are being moved to apartments, houses, hotels and office floors, sometimes rebranding as legitimate outsourcing or marketing firms.
Sarvam plans big fundraise; HCLTech's Q2 profit jumps
Happy Tuesday! Sarvam is in talks for a big round that could double its valuation to $3 billion. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Govt issues 200 takedown orders ahead of protest demanding CEC’s resignation
Separately, SFLC.in’s free-speech tracker recorded more than 60 instances of content takedowns and account restrictions across social media platforms on October 9 to 11.
Top Meta India officials appear again before child rights body in sexual abuse material case
Those who appeared before the child rights panel included Meta India chief Arun Srinivas. While coming out, he didn't reply to repeated media queries on what transpired in the meeting.
They'll have to comply with Indian law: Govt official on X's takedown visibility push
X's new transparency push seeks to make government-directed content restrictions more visible to users, and bring more clarity on takedown requests. It intends to disclose which government was behind such a request, and why the content was flagged.
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Government puts in place framework to tackle online child sexual abuse
India's government has established a coordinated framework to combat online child abuse. The 'Sahyog' portal expedites content removal requests to online intermediaries. Legal measures like POCSO Act and IT Rules strengthen child protection online. Awareness programs have reached over eleven lakh participants nationwide. Cybercrime reporting portals and coordination centers address these critical issues.
Govt issues takedown notices for objectionable and anti-PM posts
NEET protest content involving AI misinformation and unlawful content flagged for removal from social media platforms, says official; many of these blocking orders pertain to content involving objectionable language and offensive remarks against the prime minister and other senior ministers, as well as those propagating unlawful information and inciting violence, officials said.
Bombay HC seeks Centre's reply on Kunal Kamra's challenge to Sahyog Portal
The Bombay High Court ordered the Union government to file its affidavit. This response is for Kunal Kamra's petition challenging the Sahyog Portal. Kamra argues the portal enables online censorship and violates free speech rights. The court also heard arguments regarding an amendment to IT Rules. The government will submit its affidavit by July twenty-ninth.
Gujarat HC issues notices to Meta, X, Google over PIL seeking curb on misuse of AI
The Gujarat High Court has called upon major tech players including Meta, Google, X, Reddit, and Scribd to address the growing concern of AI-generated deepfake media. The court demands a solid regulatory framework to prevent misuse, urging these platforms to register with the Sahyog portal for efficient removal of harmful content.
Karnataka HC seeks Centre’s reply on X Corp plea challenging Sahyog portal
A bench of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice CM Poonacha on Tuesday issued a notice to the Centre while hearing an appeal against a single-judge order that upheld the Sahyog mechanism. The matter will be heard next on June 11. The plea challenges a government notification that authorised its officials and police personnel to issue blocking directions through the Sahyog portal.
What is the Sahyog Portal and why has comedian Kunal Kamra challenged it in court?
Comedian Kunal Kamra has challenged the government's Sahyog portal in the Bombay High Court, deeming it an unconstitutional intrusion on free speech. His petition argues the portal and amended IT Rules grant excessive powers for content takedowns without adequate legal safeguards, bypassing due process.
Comedian Kunal Kamra moves HC challenging Sahyog portal, cites free speech concerns
Comedian Kunal Kamra has approached the Bombay High Court. He is challenging the government's 'Sahyog' portal and amended IT rules. Kamra argues these tools unconstitutionally restrict freedom of speech. He claims officials can now take down social media content without proper procedure. The petition states these powers go beyond constitutional limits.
X Corp challenges legality of 'Sahyog' portal takedown process before Karnataka High Court
Social media giant X Corp informs Karnataka High Court about government content removal requests. The company argues that government agencies are unlawfully using a parallel mechanism to bypass India's IT Act Section 69A. X Corp contends this bypasses statutory procedures and enables censorship without due process.
X appeals Karnataka HC order upholding Sahyog portal
The petition asked the court to declare the government’s new reading of Section 79 and the use of Rule 3(1)(d) ultra vires (beyond legal power or authority), to strike down all takedown notices issued outside the Section 69A process, and to block the functioning of the Sahyog portal on constitutional grounds.
Free speech for citizens only, not foreign companies: K’taka HC on X
The Texas-headquartered X Corp (formerly Twitter) had moved court against the union government’s powers to issue orders to block content / handles under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and asserted that Sahyog, the censorship portal, is ultra vires of the Information Technology Act.
WeWork India IPO details; X vs Sahyog portal
WeWork India has set the price band for its upcoming IPO. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
X condemns Karnataka HC order allowing arbitrary content takedowns via Sahyog portal
Social media platform X announced plans to appeal a Karnataka court order allowing police to issue arbitrary takedown requests through the Sahyog portal. X vows to defend free expression, highlighting concerns over the order’s impact on users’ constitutional rights.
Karnataka HC rejects X's challenge of govt's Sahyog portal
The court also rejected the company’s demand to declare that Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act does not authorise the government to issue information blocking orders to intermediaries, or platforms like X.
PhonePe files IPO papers; Tata 1mg funding frenzy
PhonePe has confidentially filed its draft IPO papers with Sebi. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
Delhi HC asks Centre to respond if X Corp ought to be part of Sahyog portal
The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre to clarify whether X Corp. must join the Sahyog portal in cases involving trafficking and national security. X Corp., opposing mandatory inclusion, seeks discharge from related proceedings. The Centre must respond by 10 September. Over 1,100 entities have already joined the portal.
Solicitor general defends govt’s takedown regime in X HC case
The Indian government defended Rule 3(1)(d) of the IT Rules in the Karnataka High Court, stating it flags illegal online content to intermediaries without mandating takedowns. Platform X seeks to scrap the rule, alleging misuse. The government argues it's crucial for combating digital fraud, not curbing free speech.
Govt bypassing safeguards under law to order content takedown: X tells HC
Why would government go through rigmarole of Section 69(A) when easy path to pass content takedown orders available: X tells Karnataka HC
Karnataka HC allows X to amend plea seeking scrapping of content takedown provision
The government, on June 30, opposed challenging the constitutionality of the rule at “this late stage.” Justice Nagaprasanna allowed X to file its amended petition in two days and fixed July 8 for the final hearing.
Section 69A repository of power to block online content, X argues in Karnataka HC
X Corp has argued that the mechanism lacks the legal safeguards outlined under Section 69A of the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000. Instead, the government has based its blocking orders on Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act, a provision that limits intermediary protections under certain conditions, it contended.
X files: Government to challenge suit on information blocking
The central government will oppose X Corp’s lawsuit challenging the scope of IT Act provisions on content blocking. X seeks to quash blocking orders and restrain government actions related to its platform.
"Within its right to go to court": BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar on X's petition in Karnataka High Court
BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar emphasized that Elon Musk's platform, X, is within its rights to challenge the Indian government's directives in court. He reiterated that all platforms operating in India must be safe and reliable, as mandated by Prime Minister Modi. X has moved the Karnataka High Court, alleging misuse of the IT Act by the union government.
ETtech Explainer: Behind Elon Musk’s lawsuit against the Indian government
The lawsuit challenges the Indian government's interpretation of Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology (IT) Act, arguing it contradicts Supreme Court rulings and undermines online free speech. X's refusal to join the government’s 'Sahyog' portal, citing concerns over arbitrary censorship, began the legal conflict.
Govt’s UPI boost; Meta’s fact-checking makeover
Through an incentive scheme, the government is pushing low-level UPI payments in India. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
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