Concerns over e-rickshaws being remotely disabled via a Chinese app, BAT-BMS, have prompted government action. IT Secretary S Krishnan confirmed two such applications were identified and promptly removed from app stores. He emphasized app stores' responsibility for due diligence and stated the government will engage with them to prevent the availability of potentially hazardous apps, addressing widespread cybersecurity worries.

A viral prank using the BAT-BMS app has exposed vulnerabilities in e-rickshaw battery systems, raising concerns about EV security as vehicles are remotely switched off mid-ride.

A viral prank using the BAT-BMS app is alarming Indian e-rickshaw drivers, with videos showing vehicles being switched off mid-ride. Developed for legitimate battery monitoring,…

Social media videos show stranded drivers paying passersby to restart their vehicles

'It can invite legal action': Cyber expert Pawan Duggal on BAT-BMS e-rickshaw app row#PawanDuggal #CyberLaw #ERickshaw #BATBMS #CyberSecurity #LegalAction #DigitalIndia…

E-rickshaw drivers in Delhi are living in fear as a smartphone app allegedly shuts down their vehicles mid-road, risking fatal accidents. Videos show individuals remotely…

n this video, we explain how the BAT-BMS app was allegedly used to remotely disable certain e-rickshaws, why some Bluetooth-enabled battery systems became vulnerable, the impact…