Phone, Laptop Hacked, Money Demanded In Cryptocurrency: Sam Pitroda

Sam Pitroda, Chairperson of the Indian Overseas Congress, revealed his devices were hacked, with hackers demanding cryptocurrency and threatening a smear campaign. He warned against opening suspicious links or emails tied to him, citing malware risks. Currently traveling, Pitroda plans to upgrade hardware and security upon returning to Chicago, apologizing for any inconvenience caused by the breach.