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India Demands Google Take Down Firebase Accounts Over Major Cyber Fraud Exploits

India Demands Google Take Down Firebase Accounts Over Major Cyber Fraud Exploits

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August 22, 2026

The Indian government has directed Google to block hundreds of Firebase accounts after cybercriminals were caught using the platform to deploy fake banking websites, target government welfare schemes, and deploy malware to steal sensitive personal and financial data.