- Google launches Safety Charter focusing on online fraud, cybersecurity, and responsible AI.
- Over ₹13,000 crore in fraud prevented via Google Pay in 2024 alone.
- $20 million committed to build cyberclinics and expand digital safety training.
Google’s Safety Charter is a strategic initiative designed to safeguard India’s digital growth by combating online fraud, enhancing institutional cybersecurity, and embedding ethical AI practices.
Going beyond consumer protection, Google is investing in the region’s cyber resilience by funding cyberclinics and partnering with leading Indian institutions like IIT-Madras.
Securing Digital India: Google’s Charter Targets Scams, Skills & Smart AI
India’s digital economy is growing at an unprecedented pace, and with it comes a surge in cyber risks and scams. Google’s newly launched Safety Charter addresses this head-on by prioritizing user protection and proactive threat detection using AI-powered tools already integrated into widely used platforms.
The Digikavach program stands out for its scale and impact—alerting millions to fraudulent transactions and blocking crores of risky app installations. Google Pay alone has intercepted scam transactions worth over ₹13,000 crore in 2024, showing how real-time AI deployment can translate to tangible user safety.
A significant part of Google’s strategy includes democratizing cybersecurity resources. The $20 million investment via Google.org to support new cyberclinics will offer community-level digital safety services, especially in vulnerable and underserved areas across the Asia-Pacific.
Additionally, Google’s collaborations with IIT-Madras on cutting-edge encryption and local universities for digital literacy underline its commitment to long-term security innovation. This fusion of infrastructure, research, and education reflects a holistic approach to building a resilient digital India.
Google’s Safety Charter is not just a tech policy—it’s a commitment to fortify India’s digital backbone through proactive AI use, cybersecurity infrastructure, and inclusive digital education.
“For India to become Viksit Bharat, we must build and maintain trust in the internet and our digital infrastructure.” – Preeti Lobana, Google India Country Manager
