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The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is warning attendees of a phishing scam. Organizers issued a public advisory on February 22 after several people received fake refund messages on SMS and WhatsApp.The phishing scam targeted people who attended the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Fraudsters sent messages claiming that registration refunds were being processed. These fake refund messages asked for card numbers, CVV codes, OTPs, and other personal details. Some messages also included suspicious links.Fake Refund Messages Target AttendeesOrganizers made it clear that these messages were not official. The India AI Impact Summit 2026 does not ask for banking details through SMS and WhatsApp. Officials asked attendees to ignore such messages and check updates only through official channels.Cybersecurity experts say financial fraud often increases around large events. Big tech conferences attract attention from cybercriminals. Scammers use public event data and social media buzz to run SMS and WhatsApp fraud campaigns. They copy logos, event names, and hashtags to look real.Global Leaders and 50,000 Participants Attend SummitThe India AI Impact Summit 2026 took place from February 16 to February 20 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event welcomed more than 50,000 participants from over 118 countries. Government leaders, tech companies, startups, and researchers attended the summit.Prime Minister Narendra Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron, Google CEO Sundar Pichai, DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei joined the event. The summit focused on AI policy, AI growth, and real-world use in healthcare, farming, education, and finance.Officials Urge Immediate Action Against FraudThe phishing scam surfaced soon after the summit ended. Organisers asked anyone who clicked on suspicious links to act quickly. Affected attendees must contact their bank or card issuer immediately. Banks can block cards, check for unauthorized transactions, and reduce financial fraud risks.The India AI Impact Summit 2026 team continues to monitor the phishing scam. Officials encourage attendees to report suspicious SMS and WhatsApp fraud through official communication channels.The incident highlights heightened cybercriminal activity during large global events. The phishing scam is a reminder to stay alert. Also Read: AI Impact Summit 2026: Sundar Pichai Backs $15B AI Investment to Build India’s Next Global Tech HubJoin our WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp

Bitcoin traded near $66,000 on February 23 after a sharp weekly close sell-off pushed the BTC price below $65,000. TradingView data showed an intraday low of $64,258 on Bitstamp before the asset recovered slightly.Bitcoin Price Slips Under $65,000 as Liquidations RiseSellers increased pressure on the weekly close and forced a quick drop. Bitcoin fell more than $3,000 in under two hours during the move. Derivative markets amplified the decline. CoinGlass data showed about $458 million in liquidations over 24 hours, with long positions accounting for most of the losses.Traders now focus on the mid-$60,000 area as a short-term pivot. Several market participants are also keeping the low-$60,000 zone on watch as the next support level.Some bearish scenarios still point lower. Market analysts continue to point to the $50,000–$52,000 price zone as a potential downside target if support breaks.Also Read: Bitcoin May Gain if AI Stocks Hit a Valuation Ceiling: BTC Chronicles UnfoldingTariffs and Inflation Uncertainty Weigh on Crypto MarketsMacro headlines added fresh stress for risk assets. US Customs and Border Protection said it will stop collecting certain tariffs tied to the IEEPA at 12:01 a.m. ET on Tuesday after a Supreme Court decision.The administration also moved to a new temporary framework. Officials introduced a 15% global tariff under a different legal authority to replace the halted duties.Inflation data also stayed in focus as traders reassessed rate expectations. The US Bureau of Economic Analysis showed the PCE price index rose 0.4% in December and increased 2.9% year over year. Core PCE rose 0.4% on the month and 3.0% year over year. Markets now look ahead to the next inflation checkpoint. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics scheduled the January 2026 Producer Price Index release for February 27 at 8:30 a.m. ET.Bitcoin Whale Deposits and Crypto Fear & Greed Hit ExtremesOn-chain flow data pointed to large holders moving coins to exchanges. CryptoQuant showed the exchange whale ratio near 0.64, meaning a large share of deposits came from the biggest transfers.That concentration can raise near-term sell-side risk. When large inflows cluster among top wallets, exchanges can see higher available supply during weak demand.Sentiment also deteriorated as the price fell. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index dropped to 5 out of 100, which signals “extreme fear.” This setup leaves Bitcoin sensitive to both flows and macro headlines through late February. If whale inflows persist and inflation data surprises, traders may keep testing support near $60,000. Join our WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp

Meme Mania 2026: From internet jokes to billion-dollar valuations, meme coins continue to dominate headlines and market cap charts in 2026.Dogecoin: The original meme pioneer still commands massive attention, proving its staying power in the crypto market.Shiba Inu: More than just a Dogecoin rival, this token expanded into a full ecosystem with DeFi tools and strong community backing.Pepe: Powered by internet culture, Pepe captured rapid market cap growth through viral momentum and trader enthusiasm.Bonk: A breakout favorite on Solana, Bonk surged through strategic airdrops and energetic community support.Floki: Blending meme appeal with ecosystem ambitions, Floki strengthened its position among top-ranked meme tokens.Dogwifhat: A playful concept turned serious contender, Dogwifhat climbed rankings on pure community hype.Baby Doge Coin: Social media buzz and hyper-engaged supporters helped this token secure a notable place in meme coin standings.The Meme Coin Power Shift:In 2026, meme coins are no longer just internet trends; they are major players reshaping crypto market cap dynamics.Read More Stories!Join our WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp

UPI Scam Alert: UPI has made digital payments fast and simple across India. From small tea stalls to large stores, everything runs on quick QR scans. But scammers are moving just as fast. New tricks are targeting daily users. Many people lose savings within minutes. Awareness is now the strongest protection.Fake Customer Care Calls: Fraudsters pose as bank or UPI support executives. They claim there is a problem with an account or recent payment. Panic is created through urgent language. Victims are asked to share OTPs or PIN details. Once shared, money disappears instantly. Banks never ask for such sensitive details.Collect Request Trap: A scammer sends a “collect request” instead of sending money. The notification looks like a payment credit alert. Many assume money is being received. Approval is given without checking details. Instead of receiving funds, money gets debited. Careful reading of every request can prevent this loss.QR Code Payment Fraud: Scammers send QR codes through messages or social media. They claim the code is needed to receive a refund or prize. In reality, scanning the code authorizes a payment. Funds are transferred directly to the fraudster. QR codes are meant for paying, not receiving moneyScreen Sharing App Scam: Fraudsters convince victims to install screen sharing apps. They promise help with cashback offers or account issues. Once installed, scammers watch every action on the phone. Sensitive banking details become visible. Within minutes, accounts are emptied. No genuine bank asks for remote access to a device.Fake Job and Rental Listings: Online job offers and rental ads often demand small advance payments. They request token fees through UPI to confirm bookings or interviews. The offers look professional and convincing. After payment, contacts become unreachable. Such scams target students and job seekers searching for quick opportunities.Stay Safe on UPI: Digital payments are convenient but require caution. Every alert, link, and request must be checked carefully. OTPs and PINs should remain private at all times. Suspicious activity should be reported to the bank immediately. Staying alert can protect hard-earned money from these growing UPI scams.Join our WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp

OpenClaw now blocks any mention of Bitcoin or crypto on its Discord server after a scam token incident disrupted the project days after launch. Peter Steinberger, the Austrian developer behind the open-source AI agent framework, confirmed the blanket ban. The rule follows a rebranding episode that allowed scammers to hijack the project’s old handles and promote a fake Solana token that briefly reached a $16 million market cap before collapsing.OpenClaw has gained more than 200,000 GitHub stars since late January. Despite rapid growth, Steinberger enforced strict server rules that prohibit any crypto reference. He stated that users accepted the no-crypto condition upon entry.One user referenced Bitcoin while discussing block height as a timing tool for a multi-agent benchmark. Moderators removed the user immediately. Steinberger reiterated that no crypto mention qualifies as a firm rule, not a discretionary guideline.Rebrand Chaos and the $CLAWD TokenThe conflict began when Anthropic sent Steinberger a trademark notice over the original project name, Clawdbot. Anthropic argued that the name resembled its “Claude” brand. Steinberger agreed to rebrand.During the transition, he released his old GitHub and X handles. In seconds, scammers captured both accounts. They launched a fake token named $CLAWD on Solana using the hijacked profiles.The token surged to a $16 million market cap within hours. Peter Steinberger denied any link to the token publicly. Soon after, the token lost more than 90% of its value. Early buyers secured profits, while later traders suffered losses. Steinberger faced harassment from traders who accused him of failing to endorse the token.He responded on X with a direct warning. He stated that he would never create a coin. He labeled any project listing him as a coin owner a scam. He urged crypto users to stop contacting him and warned that such actions damaged the project.  Security Risks and Malicious Add-OnsMeanwhile, security concerns surfaced around OpenClaw deployments. Researchers at SlowMist and independent auditors found hundreds of OpenClaw instances exposed online without authentication. The issue stemmed from the tool’s localhost trust model, which fails when developers run it behind a reverse proxy.Separately, a researcher identified 386 malicious “skills” in the OpenClaw skill repository. These add-on scripts targeted crypto traders in many cases. The findings added further strain to a project already facing reputational pressure.Amid these events, Steinberger joined OpenAI to lead its personal agents division. OpenClaw shifted to an independent open-source foundation. The framework continues to grow despite the earlier turmoil.Also Read: Solana Drops 40% in 30 Days: Can SOL Recover by 2027?Crypto’s Expanding Role in AI PaymentsAt the same time, major industry figures view crypto as a payment rail for AI agents. Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire predicted that billions of agents could use stablecoins for routine payments within a few years.Earlier this month, Coinbase launched Agentic Wallets infrastructure. The system allows AI agents to hold wallets and manage digital assets autonomously. Built on the AgentKit developer framework and powered by the x402 payments protocol, it enables agents to spend, earn, and trade on-chain.The platform supports DeFi position management, portfolio rebalancing, and payments for compute or data services. It also allows agents to operate in digital marketplaces without manual oversight. Against that backdrop, OpenClaw’s total ban on crypto references stands out.Can open-source AI projects fully insulate themselves from token speculation as crypto infrastructure increasingly integrates with autonomous agents?The Bigger Picture OpenClaw keeps a strict crypto ban on its Discord after scammers hijacked its rebrand and pushed a fake Solana token. The fallout brought harassment, exposed deployments, and malicious skills. The takeaway is simple: lock down accounts, harden defaults, and vet add-ons before growth accelerates.