Pause Before You Pay: Stay Safe This April Fool’s Day With Visa’s Tips

Cyber frauds and digital scams have reached a new level of sophistication. According to government data, people lost a combined Rs. 1.77 billion to fraud in FY 2024. This April Fool’s Day, Visa shares simple tips to spot, stop and dodge digital payment scams.

1. SIM Swap: Scammers can trick mobile carriers into porting your number to their own SIM, gaining access to OTPs and accounts, also called simjacking. If you face sudden network loss, SIM change alerts and unusual activity like login attempts and SMS alerts. Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) that does not rely on SMS alone, like biometrics, to secure your account.

2. Digital Arrest: Scammers, impersonating law enforcement, claim your involvement in a crime and demand immediate, urgent payments to avoid arrest. Remember, legitimate authorities never ask for payments over a call. Use the Indian Government’s I4C online database hosted on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal to verify the caller’s legitimacy.

3. Skimming Scams: Hackers can compromise POS or ATM machines by using skimmers, or use malicious code on websites, to steal card details or redirect shoppers to fake checkout pages. Check for skimmars at ATMs and use contactless payments to tap your Visa card at stores. Save your cards on trusted apps and just pay with a tap!

4. Voice Cloning AI Scams: Fraudsters use AI to mimic voices of known people and could pressure you into sending money to unknown numbers and people. Be skeptical of phone calls that portray urgency and if they seem to be a friend, ask key or personal questions to confirm their identity.

Digital scams should always be reported to the Cybercrime Helpline (dial 1930), on their portal or the NCRP. This April Fool’s Day, be vigilant and do not let scammers have the last laugh!

About Visa

Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa.com.

Tata Tea Gold – A Premium Blend Crafted For Those Who Appreciate Fhe Finer Things In Life

Tata Tea Gold is a premium blend crafted for those who appreciate the finer things in life—starting with their daily cup of tea. Carefully sourced from the lush tea gardens of Assam and the highlands, this blend brings together the best of both worlds: the rich, bold taste of valley-grown teas and the lingering aroma of select long leaves.

What sets Tata Tea Gold apart is its signature balance of strength and fragrance. Every sip offers a full-bodied taste experience, rounded off with a delightful aroma that elevates every tea moment—whether it’s your first cup of the day, a mid-day break, or an evening unwind.

Expertly blended by Tata Tea’s master blenders, Tata Tea Gold is not just tea; it’s a moment of indulgence in every cup. Loved by tea drinkers across Eastern India, it promises consistency, quality, and an irresistible sensory experience.

Price: 300 per 500 Gms.

Great Place To Work Certification Announcement: IIFL Home Finance Is Now Great Place To Work Certified

IIFL Home Finance has been Great Place To Work® Certified™ in India from February 2025 to February 2026. This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace that truly values inclusion. Through our dedicated programs and initiatives, we strive to build a culture where every colleague feels respected, heard, and empowered to thrive.

Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Their employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting, and insights they need to make strategic people decisions.

Mr. Monu Ratra, CEO and ED, IIFL Home Finance on receiving the recognition says, “It is an honor for IIFL Home Finance to be recognized as a "Great Place to Work" for the 7th consecutive year in a row. This recognition is a testament to our culture of agility, accountability, and collaboration, where every employee is empowered, respected, and motivated to drive our business forward. As we celebrate this achievement, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to our employees, customers, and stakeholders for their continued trust and support. Looking ahead, we are more determined than ever to build on this success, working relentlessly to make affordable housing accessible for all, and ensuring that we continue to reach new heights in the years to come.”

Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture. Their mission is to help every place become a great place to work for all. Their recognition is the most coveted and respected in the world for elevating employer brands to attract the right people. Their proprietary methodology and platform enable organizations to truly capture, analyze, and understand the experience of all employees. Our groundbreaking research empowers organizations to build cultures that retain talent and unlock the potential of every employee. Since 1992, their Certification, Best Workplaces™ Lists, and global benchmarks have become the industry standard, built on data from more than 100 million employees in 150 countries around the world.

Samsung Introduces SmartThings Powered ‘Customized Cooling’ For Bespoke AI Windfree Range Of Air Conditioners

* Delivering intelligent automation, improved energy efficiency, and comfortable sleep environment

*  Samsung has introduced ‘Customized Cooling’, a SmartThings-powered solution in the 2025 Bespoke AI Windfree range of Air conditioners

* Samsung SmartThings uses an advanced algorithm to synchronize smart air conditioners and smart fans, creating a comfortable home environment with optimal temperature control and improved energy efficiency.

The struggle of sleepless summer nights is finally over. Samsung, India’s leading consumer electronics brand, is redefining home cooling with its latest innovation - ‘Customized Cooling’. This first-of-its-kind feature synchronizes Samsung Smart Air Conditioners with WWST (Works with SmartThings) certified fans and switches, delivering uninterrupted comfort while optimizing energy efficiency.

Why Do We Wake Up Tired? The Science Behind Sleep & Cooling

India’s electricity demand is growing at 6-7% annually, driven in part by increased use of air conditioners during the summer months (IEA Report). Despite this, many households still rely on both air conditioners and fans for comfort.

In fact, Samsung’s consumer experience study reveals that most of the Indian homes have at least three fans, highlighting the significant role these devices play in daily life. Moreover 50% of Indian consumer’s use both simultaneously, frequently adjusting settings throughout the night by turning the AC off when it becomes too cold or back on when the room warms up.

This constant adjustment not only disrupts sleep but also leads to higher energy consumption and discomfort. Recognizing this challenge, Samsung has introduced ‘Customized Cooling’, a SmartThings-powered solution in the 2025 Bespoke AI range of Air conditioners that automatically maintains a consistently comfortable temperature throughout the night - and even during the day - without the need for manual adjustments.

This seamless integration synchronizes Samsung Smart ACs with SmartThings-certified fans and switches, ensuring enhanced comfort along with reduced electricity bills.

“At Samsung, we believe true comfort goes beyond cooling - it’s about intelligent, personalized experiences that adapt to the user’s needs. Indian consumers often rely on a combination of ACs and fans to stay comfortable, especially at night. With Customized Cooling, we are eliminating the hassle of frequent adjustments by seamlessly operating the 2025 Bespoke AI range of ACs with SmartThings-certified fans and switches. This brings peace of mind, energy efficiency, and uninterrupted rest,” said Ghufran Alam, Vice President, Digital Appliances, Samsung India. “Moreover, while the feature is designed to optimize sleep, it’s equally useful for staying comfortable throughout the day without compromising comfort or energy savings,” he further added.

Smart, Energy-Efficient, and Sustainable

The ‘Customized Cooling’ feature eliminates the need for manual adjustments, ensuring a balanced and restful night’s sleep. It automatically adapts to surrounding environment, adjusts fan and AC settings in sync, to maintain a comfortable room environment during sleep or any time of day, while reducing power consumption.

Available within SmartThings Energy Service, the ‘Customized Cooling’ feature ensures both comfort and sustainability. The feature is compatible with WWST-certified smart fans and smart switches, allowing users to integrate it effortlessly into their smart homes.

With this integrated SmartThings experience, Samsung is transforming how consumers experience home cooling. Whether it is ensuring comfortable sleep or providing smart comfort effortless during the day, the tug-of-war between AC and fan settings is finally over - because when technology works for you, comfort comes easy!

About SmartThings

SmartThings is a leading provider of smart home solutions, dedicated to making your life easier, more comfortable, and more sustainable. Our innovative products and services empower you to take control of your home environment, optimize energy usage, and create a smarter, more connected living space.

We look forward to hearing from you and sharing more about our exciting new feature!

P.S. Stay tuned for more updates on our latest innovations and energy-saving solutions.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For latest news on Samsung India, please visit Samsung India Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com/in. For Hindi, log on to Samsung Newsroom Bharat at https://news.samsung.com/bharat. You can also follow us on Twitter @SamsungNewsIN.

Saviynt Hires Cybersecurity Executive Nitin Varma As SVP And Managing Director For India And SAARC

* Company’s creation of new senior role demonstrates its strategic commitment to the region

Saviynt, a leading provider of cloud-native identity governance solutions, today announced that Nitin Varma has joined the company as Senior Vice President and Managing Director for India and SAARC. Saviynt has a significant existing presence in the region, with nearly 600 employees in India serving all corporate functions. Varma’s appointment will strengthen Saviynt’s go-to-market efforts and is emblematic of the company’s overall commitment to the region. Varma will be leading Saviynt’s new customer acquisition efforts, building and enhancing technical and consulting partnerships, and elevating the company’s overall position as a trusted provider of identity security solutions in India and SAARC.

“Nitin brings more than 25 years of experience in sales, operations, and strategy for some of the leading companies in identity, security, and infrastructure. We have a large opportunity and aggressive goals for growing our business in South Asia, and we are confident that Nitin is the perfect choice to build and scale our business in the region,” said Paul Zolfaghari, president at Saviynt.

Varma has over two decades of leadership experience in cybersecurity and technology, including with organizations like CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, and Cisco. In his last assignment as Managing Director at CrowdStrike he was responsible for building, scaling, and creating a strong market presence across India and SAARC.

"I am excited to join Saviynt at a time when the company has tremendous potential to gain mindshare, build its reputation, capture market share in South Asia, and most importantly deliver the desired outcomes to customers. India is the second most targeted nation in the world in terms of cyberattacks, a vast majority of which are identity related,” said Varma. “I look forward to building an impactful team and developing ecosystem partnerships and alliances to educate businesses in the region about Saviynt and why its cloud-based platform is the most reliable approach to solving problems and protecting identities.”

About Saviynt

Saviynt empowers enterprises to secure their digital transformation, safeguard critical assets, and meet regulatory compliance. With a vision to provide a secure and compliant future for all enterprises, Saviynt is recognized as an industry leader in identity security whose cutting-edge solutions protect the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government organizations. The company recently launched Saviynt University to help reduce the knowledge gap in cybersecurity and identity management by providing free training and certification programs, with significant focus on practitioners in India.

For more information, visit www.saviynt.com .

Congruent Acquires IPX Retirement Edge, Expanding Its Suite Of Retirement Technology Offerings

Congruent, a specialist technology partner to the U.S. retirement industry, today announced the acquisition of IPX Retirement Edge, a niche platform for retirement income solutions, from IPX Retirement. The IPX Retirement Edge platform allows Congruent to cater to the growing need for guaranteed and secured income options among participants.

IPX Retirement Edge enables Defined Contribution (DC) retirement plans to offer in-plan guaranteed income investment options. It supports the entire participant journey and experience, from enrolment and education to investment selection, policy issuance, cashiering, and statement reporting.

"The SECURE Act 2.0 has fundamentally changed the retirement landscape by encouraging plan sponsors to offer guaranteed income options," said Balaraman Jayaraman, CEO of Congruent. "IPX Retirement Edge is a transformative solution for annuity providers, sponsors, participants and recordkeepers looking to streamline the integration of guaranteed income options within 401(k) plans. IPX Retirement Edge removes the traditional barriers that have made in-plan annuities complex to administer by automating the entire process from participant education through policy management. This comprehensive platform enables providers to efficiently deliver the retirement security that today's plan participants and sponsors seek while significantly reducing operational complexity and risk for recordkeepers and sponsors alike."

“With the addition of IPX Retirement, Congruent will further enhance the breadth of its retirement solutions through the CORE platform. Congruent is well-positioned to enable innovative connectivity between plan service providers and retirement income providers to offer income solutions. Together, this combination ensures a wider set of offerings and a seamless experience for advisors, sponsors, record keepers and participants,” said Bill Mueller, CEO of IPX Retirement.

Samsung’s New Bespoke AI Laundry With AI Home Enables Smarter, More Efficient Laundry Care

* Company expands screens to washers and dryers, advancing ‘Screens Everywhere’ vision

* Heightened ease of use is enabled through upgraded AI Wash+ and AI Dry+

Samsung Electronics today announced the launch of its new washers and dryer products — the Bespoke AI Laundry with AI Home1 — that integrate screens and Bespoke design to elevate the user experience. The Bespoke washers and dryers come in various forms of size and heating methods to meet a wide range of customer needs across diverse regions. The pair is available in both large and small capacities, making them suitable for different types of family and living arrangements.

Samsung is also launching the dryer with two types of heating methods — the vent and the heat pump — to meet the needs of various environments around the world.

This year’s Bespoke AI Laundry products incorporate the 7” AI Home screens, extending Samsung’s “Screens Everywhere” vision that was first presented at CES 2025. These screens offer intuitive control and monitoring of essential information related to the laundry experience, such as wash cycles and remaining detergent levels. They also remember user habits and consider periodic and seasonal needs, suggesting appropriate cycles to free users from having to consider the right cycle every time. The AI Home also functions as a central hub allowing users to monitor and control connected appliances, while also enjoying online videos or music.

“Last year’s launch of the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo marked the beginning of integrating screens into our products, providing users access to essential information about laundry and home control,” says Jeong Seung Moon, EVP and Head of the R&D Team for Digital Appliances Business at Samsung Electronics. “This year, we are excited to unveil the complete Bespoke AI Laundry lineup, which caters to a wider range of customer needs and enables them to take advantage of these convenient screens.”

The Bespoke AI Washer & Dryer sets are designed to simplify laundry routines with advanced AI algorithms and sensors, optimizing washing and drying performance while enhancing energy efficiency. The original AI Wash and AI Dry are upgraded to AI Wash+ and AI Dry+, with enhanced fabric detection abilities to ensure efficient and high-quality washing and drying for a wider variety of fabric types.

27-Inch Wide Large Capacity Washer & Dryer Set Brings Extensive Laundry Capabilities

Samsung is introducing a 27-inch large capacity washer and dryer set,2 with each device featuring the 7” AI Home and utilizing a sleek Bespoke design based on a fully unified flat-panel aesthetic. In addition to the flexibility of vertical or horizontal installation layouts, the substantial capacity allows users to wash large items, like king-size comforters, with ease.

The washer now features the upgraded AI Wash+, which has been upgraded to newly detect outdoor fabrics and denim.3 Based on the detected fabric type, soil level and weight of the laundry, the AI Wash+ cycle efficiently4 cleans clothes by automatically adjusting detergent levels, rinsing time and wash settings. The washer also features a Bedding cycle that can sense the thickness of the blankets and adjust the cycle time and water usage accordingly.5 Users can also experience next-level convenience with features like Auto Open Door and Speed Shot technology which completes wash cycles in just 30 minutes.6

The matching large capacity dryer is launching in two types to meet living environments of different regions – the vent type in certain countries in the Americas, and a heat pump type in other regions. Users will be able to enjoy thorough and gentle drying with AI Dry+, which has been upgraded to detect fabric types and take them into account to optimize drying7 along with real-time temperature, weight8 and moisture content. The upgraded feature’s AI algorithm uses an advanced sensor that carefully monitor various factors to detect four fabric types,9 which results in benefits like heavy duty drying such as denim. Previously, denim was harder to dry evenly due to thicker sections like pockets, but the dryer can now detect this fabric to and reduce drying inconsistencies, delivering better performance.

The dryers also provide the Bedding feature, which also uses an advanced algorithm to detect a blanket’s size for optimized drying times and dryness.10 For those times when drying needs to be finished quickly, the vent type’s Super Speed Drying can complete a drying cycle in as little as 30 minutes.11

Along with the washer and dryer set, a large capacity washer-dryer combo model12 is also being launched for users looking for a compact, all-in-one device that can complete both jobs while using up limited space. The combo incorporates the AI Home, AI Wash+ and AI Ecobubble™ like the washer, and dries the clothing through a condensing method.

24-Inch Wide Small Capacity Washer & Dryer Set Boosts Laundry Efficiency

Following the unveiling of the Bespoke AI Washer at IFA 2024, the 24-inch small capacity washer & dryer set will be launching in Europe later this year. Like the large capacity washer and dryer, the small capacity set also incorporates the 7” AI Home, providing intuitive control and connectivity features for a wider audience.

The washer, built to be highly efficient to meet the needs of the European market, consumes up to 55% less energy than the minimum efficiency requirements for a Class A rating.13 It also supports thorough14 cleaning optimizing water and detergent use with AI Wash, and ensures gentle washing while improving soil removal with AI Ecobubble™.

QuickDrive™, available with 11 different cycles, can reduce wash time by up to 50%15 without compromising cleaning performance.

The matching dryer features the AI Dry+, capable of drying precisely by detecting four fabric types16 — Normal, Denim, Towels and Synthetics. This enables the machine to dry precisely17 while reducing energy use by up to 10% and drying time by up to 15%.18 QuickDrive™ is also useful when users need to dry their laundry both quickly and gently, reducing drying time by up to 35%19 through automatic adjustments of the inverter compressor.

With the launch of these new products, Samsung continues to push the boundaries of innovation, offering highly intelligent, efficient and aesthetically pleasing appliances that simplify everyday life by delivering enhanced convenience to users.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For latest news on Samsung India, please visit Samsung India Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com/in. For Hindi, log on to Samsung Newsroom Bharat at https://news.samsung.com/bharat. You can also follow us on Twitter @SamsungNewsIN.

1 You will need a Samsung account to access AI Home, our network-based service that includes apps and our other smart features available through your device. Does not mean all services available on the AI Home are AI or generate information or outcome using AI. Certain functions accessible through the AI Home utilize AI-based algorithms, which be updated periodically to improve accuracy. AI-based algorithms may generate incomplete or incorrect information.

2 Washer is 18.5kg~26kg capacity, and Dryer 17kg~24kg capacity depending on the region of launch.

3 Based on an advanced AI-created algorithm. It may not detect certain fabrics or accurately identify them when a load includes a mixture of different fabric types. To prevent wear, wash like fabrics together.

4 Based on an AI-created algorithm and internal testing using the AI Wash+ on a 3kg load. A turbidity sensor operates for all weights, while fabric sensing operates for 3kg and under. Actual results may vary depending on individual use.

5 Washes dry blankets weighing up to 4 kg.

6 Applicable on a Cotton wash course. Based on internal testing using a Normal course at 40°C with a DOE 3kg load. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions.

7 Based on an AI-created algorithm. Actual results may vary depending on individual use.

8 Applies to Heat Pump type only.

9 The types of detectable fabric are Normal, Heavy Duty, Synthetics, and Delicates for Vent Type, and Normal, Towel, Denim, Delicates for Heat Pump models.

10 The Bedding drying cycle can dry up to 4 kg of dry comforters.

11 Tested on the Samsung DV90F with a DOE (Cotton 50% + Polyester 50%) 8lb load. RMC (Remaining Moisture Content) under 48%, 24?±2?, RH (Relative Humidity) 50% ±10%.

12 Launched in select countries in South East Asia, Middle East, Africa and China (Taiwan)

13 Based on Samsung internal testing. The energy consumption of this 11KG model is 21.8kWh / 100 cycles, which is 55% more energy efficient compared to the minimum threshold of energy efficiency class A (52kWh / 100 cycles for 11KG models). Energy ratings tested with Eco 40-60 program, 55% savings tested with Eco 40-60 program.

14 Based on an AI-created algorithm. Actual results may vary depending on individual use.

15 Based on internal testing (in accordance with IEC 60456-2010) of the WF90/24 cycles with the QuickDrive™ option compared to cycles without the QuickDrive™ option. Result: Wash time reduced by 13.2%-50.8%. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions. This may increase energy usage.

16 Based on an advanced AI algorithm, utilizing weight, moisture content and drying temperature data, it can detect four types of fabric: normal, denim, towel and synthetics.

17 Based on an AI-created algorithm. Actual results may vary depending on individual use.

18 Based on internal testing (synthetic 2kg load) of the DV90F/24 using AI Dry+ compared to DV5000D using Eco cotton.

19 Based on internal testing on the DV90F/24 model, Comparison of drying time for IEC cotton 9kg load drying under Eco cotton + QuickDrive On / Off conditions. Result: Drying time reduced by 35%. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions. Using QuickDrive may increase your energy usage.