Tuesday, 3 November, 2026
Double-Edged Digital Mandate: Why SIM-Binding Threatens Users and MSMEs
By TechShots Studio
An Esya Centre study warns that India’s SIM-binding mandate will severely disrupt consumers—especially international travelers—and force MSMEs into higher hardware, staffing, and operational costs by restricting multi-device messaging. Furthermore, 81% of surveyed businesses believe it offers minimal cybersecurity benefits, as modern cyberfraud relies heavily on social engineering and malware rather than SIM-based identity gaps.
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