Part 10 of Tech That Matters

Every day, millions of Indian children, parents, and teachers go online to learn, play, and work. But in 2025, that world faces unprecedented attacks. Cybercrime reports have crossed 22.6 lakh cases in just a year. Indians lost over ₹22,845 crore to online fraud in 2024, and experts warn losses could cross ₹20,000 crore again in 2025. Many of these scams now use AI.

From deepfake videos of public figures promoting fake investments to voice clones tricking people into transferring money, online threats have become smarter, faster, and harder to spot. Contrails AI, founded by Digvijay Singh and Ami Kumar in Bengaluru, is fighting back. The startup’s mission is clear — stop scams, fight misinformation, and protect truth with technology that matters.

Contrails AI: The Watchful Guardian in India’s Digital Battle

Deepfake technology is no longer a novelty. In 2025, criminals use it as a powerful weapon. Contrails AI’s advanced systems detect fake videos, audio, and images in real time. Acting like a digital guardian, their AI scans billions of online posts and messages each day to stop scams before they spread.

Scams are everywhere — from friendly-sounding calls to official-looking notices and breaking news alerts. Phishing now accounts for almost 38% of fintech fraud. Scammers rely on hyper-realistic fake texts, videos, and audio to bypass traditional security. Most Indians now find it harder than ever to separate fact from fiction, especially when headlines are designed to provoke strong emotions.

Behind every click, there’s a risk. Contrails AI’s detection tools and awareness programs help families, schools, and authorities spot threats early and stay safe.

How Contrails AI Fights Back

Contrails AI’s team of engineers, researchers, and trust & safety experts have built powerful AI detection systems that can scan billions of videos, images, and messages daily. This is how they turn the tide:

• Spotting fakes in seconds – Whether it’s a politician “saying” something they never said or a celebrity endorsing a fake product, Contrails AI flags it instantly — before it goes viral.
• Stopping scams early – When a suspicious ad, fake job post, or hate-filled message appears, their AI alerts platforms and, in some cases, cybercrime cells for quick takedown. Acting fast can save millions.
• Educating the public – The team works with schools, police, and community leaders to teach digital safety, giving people the skills to resist manipulation.

By combining fast detection with public awareness, Contrails AI moves from reacting to threats to preventing them.

Why This Is “Tech That Matters”

India loses over ₹1,500 crore every month to cross-border cyber fraud. The stakes are enormous. Contrails AI proves that Indian innovation can protect Indian citizens first — and then the world.

This is technology that saves money, shields identities, prevents fear, and restores something even more valuable — trust. It’s an ambitious mission, but history shows revolutions often start with small, determined teams.