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Rise of Cyber Fraud and Data Privacy in Today's Digital Age

The Daily Guardian

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August 15, 2025

In today's digital world, cyber frauds have emerged as one of the most pervasive and dangerous forms of criminal activity.

- DR. S. KRISHNAN AND MS. ROSHANI CHOUDHARY

Rise of Cyber Fraud and Data Privacy in Today's Digital Age

Cyber fraud encompasses a wide range of illicit practices that exploit technological platforms and the internet for financial or personal gain.

These fraudulent activities often involve manipulating or stealing sensitive personal data, accessing secure financial systems, and conducting fraudulent transactions. As technology becomes more integrated into daily life, the scale of cyber fraud has escalated, affecting individuals, businesses, and governments globally.

The anonymity offered by the internet, combined with the rapid advancement of technology, makes cyber fraud particularly difficult to prevent and prosecute. The prevalence of cyber frauds has grown exponentially in recent years, as more individuals and organizations shift towards online platforms for personal and business activities.

As of 2023, global reports indicate that cybercrime, including fraud, has become one of the largest threats to economic and social stability, with losses running into billions of dollars annually. The ease of access to digital platforms, combined with the increasing sophistication of cybercriminals, has made it difficult to track and prevent these crimes.

According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), cybercrime is responsible for financial losses of over $10 trillion globally, a number expected to grow substantially in the coming years. The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported over 800,000 complaints related to cyber fraud in the United States alone in 2022, with reported financial losses exceeding $7 billion.

In India, the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has documented a steady increase in the number of cybercrimes, with cyber frauds forming a significant portion of these statistics.

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