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UPI QR codes jumped nearly 9% in Sept 2026: RBI data
RBI's payment system indicators showed that India has added 72.47 million UPI QR codes in the last one year, as of September 2026, an 8.91% jump in monthly QR code deployment. The post UPI QR codes jumped nearly 9% in Sept 2026: RBI data appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
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Why is the IT ministry’s blocking desk confirming takedowns under a different provision?
Journalist Ila Kazmi's Instagram block raises questions about the use of Section 79(3)(b), the role of MeitY's Section 69A Cell, and accountability for takedown orders issued through the Sahyog portal. The post Why is the IT ministry’s blocking desk confirming takedowns under a…
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Technical UPI declines rise to 0.24% among top 20 banks in September
UPI's technical decline rate rose among the top 20 remitter banks in September. Four banks saw their rates more than double. The post Technical UPI declines rise to 0.24% among top 20 banks in September appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
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MobiKwik swings to Rs 12 cr profit in Q2, revenue up 9%
MobiKwik swung to a net profit of Rs 11.8 crore in Q2 FY27 from a year-ago loss of Rs 28.6 crore, driven by improved margins and lower payment processing costs. Revenue rose 9% to Rs 295.7 crore. The post MobiKwik swings to Rs 12 cr profit in Q2, revenue up 9% appeared first on…
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Hostinger briefly takes down Journalist Paranjoy Guha Thakurta’s personal website over an old NewsClick article
The takedown of Paranjoy Guha Thakurta's website on Oct 28 came days after a Delhi court passed an ex parte order against an old NewsClick article on his website which Hostinger didn't cite in the blocking. The post Hostinger briefly takes down Journalist Paranjoy Guha…
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Police seek X takedowns against IFF, SFLC.in and @geoblockedindia after notices to stop tracking blocking orders
Three free speech organisations have received legal notifications from X. But the requests leave a fundamental question unanswered: which law did they allegedly violate? The post Police seek X takedowns against IFF, SFLC.in and @geoblockedindia after notices to stop tracking…
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PB Fintech Q2: Profit jumps 43% to Rs 192 cr, revenue at Rs 2,178 cr
PB Fintech's profit and revenue grew in Q2 FY27. But the performance of its insurance and credit businesses tells two different stories. The post PB Fintech Q2: Profit jumps 43% to Rs 192 cr, revenue at Rs 2,178 cr appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
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Is Meta blocking keywords and hashtags in India at the government’s request? Neither will say
Instagram has restricted journalists, cartoonists and news outlets in India. But are government agencies also influencing what users can find through keywords and hashtags? The post Is Meta blocking keywords and hashtags in India at the government’s request? Neither will say…
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Telcos must answer for third-party AI failures under TRAI’s draft rules, as Anthropic flags unsettled AI liability
TRAI has proposed rules holding telecom operators accountable for AI systems, including those built by vendors. The draft mandates risk assessments, human oversight, incident reporting and supplier checks. The post Telcos must answer for third-party AI failures under TRAI’s…
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IndiaMART moves content behind logins to defend its data moat against Search and AI agents
IndiaMART wants to protect its data moat. But the strategy could also cost it business enquiries. The post IndiaMART moves content behind logins to defend its data moat against Search and AI agents appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
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Anthropic’s Claude AI found ways to hack Chrome, Android, Windows and Linux
The model found vulnerabilities across five targets. Anthropic, however, has not disclosed its success rate or computing costs. The post Anthropic’s Claude AI found ways to hack Chrome, Android, Windows and Linux appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
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UK High Court rejects Meta, X and TikTok’s challenge to Ofcom’s online safety data demands
The UK High Court dismissed challenges by Meta, WhatsApp, X and TikTok against Ofcom's data requests, ruling that the regulator acted within its powers under the Online Safety Act 2023. The post UK High Court rejects Meta, X and TikTok’s challenge to Ofcom’s online safety data…
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Special newsletter: Unanswered questions, October edition
From Meta's handling of child abuse ads and content blocking to AI-powered cyberattacks and user privacy, MediaNama shares five sets of questions that authorities and tech companies left unanswered. The post Special newsletter: Unanswered questions, October edition appeared…
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AU Small Finance Bank probes ‘potential data leak’ as hackers claim breach on dark web
AU Small Finance Bank is investigating a potential data leak on a Salesforce-hosted platform after hackers claimed to have stolen customer and employee records. The bank says its systems are unaffected. The post AU Small Finance Bank probes ‘potential data leak’ as hackers claim…
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Google to put more ads in AI Mode as AI search slows revenue growth
More ads are coming to Google's AI search. But what does this mean for websites that depend on search traffic? The post Google to put more ads in AI Mode as AI search slows revenue growth appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
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Shadowfax clocks Rs 1,538 cr revenue in Q2, profit rises 5x
Shadowfax reported 57% YoY revenue growth to Rs 1,537.7 crore in Q2 FY27, while net profit surged fivefold to Rs 68 crore, driven by strong growth in its express parcel and hyperlocal businesses. The post Shadowfax clocks Rs 1,538 cr revenue in Q2, profit rises 5x appeared first…
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TRAI September 2026 data: India adds 6.47M broadband connections to reach 1.108B
India's broadband connections reached 1.108 billion in September 2026, up 0.59% from August. Jio and Airtel dominated the market, while 5G fixed wireless access subscriptions continued to grow. The post TRAI September 2026 data: India adds 6.47M broadband connections to reach…
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Event Announcement: Technical Issues with SIM Binding, Online, November 13, 2026 #NAMA
As India's SIM binding deadline approaches, MediaNama hosts a discussion on its technical feasibility, impact on messaging apps and users, and effectiveness in preventing cybercrime and fraud. The post Event Announcement: Technical Issues with SIM Binding, Online, November 13,…
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Ad watchdog flags 60 supplement ads making weight loss and younger skin claims without proof
Every nutraceutical ad ASCI reviewed violated its advertising code. But the body cannot fine the brands. The post Ad watchdog flags 60 supplement ads making weight loss and younger skin claims without proof appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
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Rs. 300 Cr lost in AI cyberattacks on NBFCs: Why did the public learn about it from the media, not regulators?
CERT-In has issued cybersecurity advisories, but its public notices do not identify the affected companies or disclose financial losses. The post Rs. 300 Cr lost in AI cyberattacks on NBFCs: Why did the public learn about it from the media, not regulators? appeared first on…