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Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Reporting on fraud schemes, cyber attacks targeting financial systems, regulatory responses, and advancements in fraud prevention technologies.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Australian Police Publishes “Scam Script” Used to Lure Victims
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/02/2025
The AFP published the scam script to promote an understanding of how romance scams are operated and greater vigilance by the public.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
China Working with Myanmar to Address Cross-Border Crimes
By Nithya Subramanian | 19/02/2025
Senior Chinese officials met with officials of the Myanmar government to discuss measures to address cross-border scams and fraud.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
HKMA Mandates Mandatory Name Matching for All Fund Transfers
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/02/2025
Under the HKMA’s 2021 guidance, the mandatory name matching process was only required for fund transfers of HKD 10,000 or above.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Vietnam to Start Compensating Saigon Commercial Bank Bondholders
By Nithya Subramanian | 19/02/2025
Ho Chi Minh City authorities have seized over $315mn intended for compensating victims affected by Truong My Lan’s embezzlement scandal.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
Singapore Issues Warning on Unauthorised Mobile Wallets Transactions
By Nithya Subramanian | 19/02/2025
Banks will require additional verification such as in-app controls or digital token authentication for provisioning cards onto mobile wallets.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
FMA Issues Alert on Fake Online Investing Platforms
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/02/2025
The FMA has identified a “large network” of fake online investing platforms involving 96 duplicate websites or platforms.
Cybersecurity
Thailand Introduces New Mobile Banking Security Regulations
By Mark Johnston | 18/02/2025
BOT has introduced new security regulations for mobile banking services to combat rising cyber threats and financial fraud.
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
SEBI Launches Platform to Help Investors Locate Inactive Fund Investments
By Nithya Subramanian | 18/02/2025
The MITRA platform will serve as a searchable database that enables investors to identify forgotten mutual fund investments or claims they may be entitled to
Cybersecurity
BNM Consults on New National Strategy for Financial Literacy
By Nithya Subramanian | 17/02/2025
BNM said there have been improvements in financial behaviour and awareness, but consumers face new challenges in the digital era
Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime
260 Victims Rescued from Myanmar Scam Compounds
By Nithya Subramanian | 14/02/2025
The victims, rescued by a rebel group, came from 20 different countries, with the majority originating from African and Asian nations.
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