TGCSB flags ₹30 crore cyber fraud losses among doctors; awareness meeting held in Hyderabad
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau is collaborating with medical associations to combat a surge in cyber fraud targeting doctors. Since September 2024, hundreds of medical professionals have lost nearly ₹30 crore to various scams, including investment and identity theft schemes.
Why it matters
The targeting of high-profile professionals by cybercriminals highlights the need for specialized digital security awareness in the healthcare sector.
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) on Tuesday held a high-level interaction with representatives of the medical fraternity to address the growing number of cyber fraud cases targeting doctors across the State.
The article reports on official government statistics and public safety initiatives without editorializing.
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