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Criminal networks are impersonating US tax authorities to defraud cryptocurrency investors, using convincing counterfeit letters and fake government portals. The scheme represents a sophisticated international operation with infrastructure spanning Hong Kong, Romania and beyond.
Perak police have arrested 12 Chinese nationals following coordinated raids targeting suspected romance scam operations in Ipoh, marking another enforcement action against cross-border cybercrime networks.
Reuters investigation reveals that a gambling empire controlled by influential Cambodian tycoon Lim Heng leased buildings at its Royal Hill casino to operators of massive fraud and human trafficking schemes targeting victims worldwide.
Indonesia has deported 92 Chinese nationals accused of orchestrating a cyber scam network in Batam, with lifetime bans imposed. The action reflects growing concern over the country becoming a hub for transnational online fraud syndicates.
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Selangor authorities have cautioned residents against fraudulent SMS messages and phishing links related to the KitaSelangor Voucher programme, emphasising that official notifications will only begin from June 23 onwards.