CBI Launches AI Chatbot 'Abhay' to Combat Digital Arrest Scams
Digital arrest scams: CBI to launch chatbot to help people verify notices issued to them
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India will launch an AI-powered chatbot named 'Abhay' to help the public verify the authenticity of notices issued by the agency. This initiative aims to combat digital arrest scams, where fraudsters pose as CBI officials to extort money from victims.
- 01The CBI will unveil the 'Abhay' chatbot to assist in verifying notices.
- 02The launch will occur during the 22nd D P Kohli Memorial Lecture.
- 03Digital arrest scams have led to significant financial losses, with ₹54,000 crore reportedly siphoned off by cyber criminals.
- 04The chatbot aims to protect citizens from fraudulent notices.
- 05The D P Kohli Memorial Lecture promotes dialogue on law enforcement and criminal justice.
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On Monday, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will launch an AI-powered chatbot named 'Abhay' to help individuals verify the authenticity of notices issued by the agency. This initiative is a response to the rising threat of digital arrest scams, where fraudsters impersonate CBI officials and use fake notices to extort money from victims. The chatbot will be introduced by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant during the 22nd D P Kohli Memorial Lecture, which will also feature a discussion on the challenges of cyber crime. The Supreme Court has recently highlighted that cyber criminals have siphoned off ₹54,000 crore (approximately $6.5 billion USD) in various scams, labeling this issue as a form of robbery. The D P Kohli Memorial Lecture, held annually since 2000, serves as a platform for sharing insights on law enforcement and criminal justice, fostering dialogue on modern policing and accountability.
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The launch of the 'Abhay' chatbot is expected to empower citizens by providing them with a reliable tool to verify CBI notices, potentially reducing the incidence of fraud and financial loss.
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