Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Google Launches Safety Charter to Secure India's Digital Space
Google is working to make the internet safer for people in India.
They have new tools and programs to stop scams and protect people from bad guys online.
Google's search engine is better at finding fake websites, and they're also helping to stop spam texts and fraud.
They are investing in programs to train people about staying safe online.
Google launched the 'Safety Charter' to enhance digital safety in India.
Digikavach reached over 17.7 crore Indians with anti-scam tools and campaigns.
Google Search identifies 20 times more scam websites.
Google Pay sent over 4.1 crore fraud alerts and prevented Rs 13,000 crore in fraud in 2024.
Google is expanding the Asia-Pacific Cybersecurity Fund with a $20 million pledge.
- Who
- What
- Google launched a digital safety initiative in India.
- When
- Announced recently.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To make India's digital space safer.
- Initiative Name
- 'Safety Charter'
- Program
- Digikavach
- Digikavach Reach
- Over 17.7 crore Indians
- Google Pay Alerts
- Over 4.1 crore
- Fraud Prevented (2024)
- Rs 13,000 crore
- Fund Expansion
- $20 million pledge
Sources
India must build, maintain trust in internet: Google
Google launches Safety Charter to secure India’s AI future, flags online fraud and cyber threats
Google launches 'safety charter' to protect Indians from online frauds
Google strengthens AI-powered fraud detection and security efforts in India
Google flags over 500 million scam messages monthly as cybercrime soars in India
Google invests in SMB cybersecurity adoption as attackers focus on India
