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SIM Card Verification
Ensuring messaging apps are linked to active, KYC-verified SIM cards to prevent fraud.
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India Orders Messaging Apps to Work Only With Active SIM Cards to Prevent Fraud and Misuse
India’s Department of Telecommunications has issued a new directive for messaging apps, mandating they only work with active SIM cards linked to the user’s mobile number. This aims to combat phishing, online scams, and other cyber frauds by preventing anonymous activities and ensuring account traceability.