New York, May 5
Indian journalists Anand RK and Suparna Sharma have won the Pulitzer Prize for their reporting on cyber fraud and digital surveillance. The award recognises their report on how online scams can trap individuals through mobile devices, highlighting the growing global threat of digital crime.
The prestigious Pulitzer Prize was announced on Monday, honouring Anand RK and Suparna Sharma in the Illustrated Reporting and Commentary category. They shared the award with Natalie Obiko Pearson of Bloomberg.
Their work, titled “trAPPed”, presents the account of a neurologist in India who was effectively confined through a form of digital manipulation carried out via her phone. The report uses a combination of visuals and narrative storytelling to explain how cyber fraud operates and how victims can be controlled remotely.
The story sheds light on the rising risks associated with digital surveillance and online scams, not just in India but worldwide. It underlines how technology, while essential, can also be misused in increasingly sophisticated ways.
The Pulitzer Prizes, administered by Columbia University, are among the most respected honours in journalism. They recognise impactful reporting and storytelling that brings critical issues to public attention.
The recognition of this work highlights the urgency of addressing cyber fraud and strengthening digital safety measures. It also reflects the growing importance of investigative journalism in exposing modern-day technological threats.
