Accountability Missing on Data Leaks

The controversy over WhatsApp’s upcoming username feature has once again highlighted India’s weak data privacy framework. While the government fears increased fraud and impersonation, privacy experts argue that blocking features alone will not solve cybercrime.

India needs stronger laws like Europe’s GDPR, fast action on mule accounts, real-time coordination between banks and cyber cells, and strict penalties on companies for data leaks. Without accountability, tech giants continue to face little consequence despite repeated breaches.