Indians see 4 deepfakes per day on an average: McAfee

McAfee recently unveiled its 2026 State of the Scamiverse report, highlighting the rise of digital scams in India. The research reveals that scams have become so realistic that many consumers don’t realize they’ve been targeted until it’s too late. From polished phishing messages to deepfake voice scams and malicious QR codes, fraudsters are increasingly able to blend their deceptions seamlessly into everyday interactions.

The report shows that 70% of Indians had their social media accounts compromised last year, reflecting how more sophisticated scam tactics have become. Indians are also increasingly cautious, with 82% of Indians surveyed by McAfee saying they are more wary of opening messages from unknown senders than they were a year ago, yet scammers continue to outpace even vigilant users through advanced tactics.

“Scammers are increasingly using AI and advanced digital tools to exploit trust and create a sense of urgency ...