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India's central bank mandates .bank domains, but registry leaks sensitive data

India's central bank has mandated the use of .bank domain names starting in 2025 to enhance trust in financial communications. However, the registry responsible for these domains has reportedly leaked sensitive information. This move aims to improve security and prevent phishing attempts within the financial sector. AI

RANK_REASON The Reserve Bank of India's mandate for .bank domains is a significant policy decision impacting the financial sector's digital security. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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India's central bank mandates .bank domains, but registry leaks sensitive data

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