DoT’s SIM Binding Rules Set to Take Effect Beginning January 1 to Curb Cyber Fraud: Here’s What Changes
The Indian DoT has issued a compliance directive requiring messaging and communication services to implement SIM-based authentication, linking user accounts to the SIM card associated with registered phone numbers. The regulation aims to prevent fraud and protect the digital ecosystem by January 1, 2027.
Key points
- DoT mandates SIM-binding for WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal by January 1, 2027
- Login verification must link to active SIM card registered in India
- Regulation targets fraud prevention and digital ecosystem security
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