Airtel launches Fraud Detection Solution across all communications platforms including email, OTTs

[Bapun]

In continuation of its fight against spam, Airtel today unveiled a new cutting-edge solution that will detect and block malicious websites across all communication Over- The-Top (OTT) apps and platforms including emails, browsers, OTTs like WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, SMSes et.al in real time. This safe service will be seamlessly integrated with, and auto- enabled for, all Airtel mobile and broadband customers at no additional cost. When a customer tries to access a website flagged as malicious by Airtel’s advanced security system, the page load is blocked, and customers are redirected to a page explaining the reason for the block.

Pictorial Representation of the Workflow​

The service is currently available in Haryana circle, with a nationwide rollout planned soon.

Airtel launches Fraud Detection Solution, a First in the World

 

[AgentDarkFury]

Am i the only one having privacy concerns?
Also, can we still visit the "scam" site if their system false flags a website?

 

[OnlyTech]

Airtel's fraud detection solution will be enabled automatically for all customers at no extra cost. The service is currently available in the Haryana circle, with plans for a nationwide rollout soon.

Airtel unveils fraud detection solution to block malicious websites across devices