Airtel's AI-Powered fraud detection system safeguards 3.1 million users in Odisha : Singh

Bhubaneswar, June 23 (UNI) As part of its nationwide rollout, Airtel's AI-powered fraud detection system has successfully protected over 3.1 million users in Odisha within just 40 days of its
launch, R Balaji Singh, COO – Odisha, Bharti Airtel said here on Monday.
The initiative, Singh said has made significant progress in safeguarding customers in the state from the growing menace of online fraud.
He explained that the advanced fraud detection system, which is automatically enabled for all Airtel mobile and broadband users, scans and filters malicious links shared across SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, email, and various web browsers.
Leveraging real-time threat intelligence, the system examines over 1 billion URLs daily and blocks access to harmful websites in less than 100 milliseconds.
For example, if a Bhubaneswar resident receives a suspicious message like 'Your package is delayed. Track it here: http://www.tracky0urparcell.com' and click on the link, Airtel's system immediately scans the URL. If it is flagged as suspicious, access is blocked, and the user is redirected to a warning message: 'Blocked! Airtel found this site dangerous!'
This real-time interception helps prevent users from falling victim to various types of online fraud.
Commenting on the initiative, Singh said, 'In an era where digital threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and widespread, the need for a secure and reliable mobile network is more critical than ever.
"With this AI-powered solution, we are proud to be the first and only network to integrate fraud protection directly into our infrastructure.'
He added, 'We believe this system offers a comprehensive defense against cyber threats, empowering our customers in Odisha to navigate the digital world with greater confidence.'
Singh met Shefeen Ahamed K, IG, CID Crime Branch & State Cyber Crime Nodal Officer, to
discuss joint efforts on enhancing cyber safety in Odisha.
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