454 cases of deepfake scams under investigation - CCID Director
Police are currently investigating 454 fraud cases believed to involve deepfake technology, including voice impersonation, which have resulted in losses amounting to RM2.72 million since the beginning
Wed Aug 28 2024
Malaysia records significant rise in online fraud cases
Datuk Seri Dr Awang Adek Hussin said that, between 2020 and 2022, the total number of fraud-related complaints rose by 100 per cent.
Fri May 26 2023
'Love Scam' records highest fraud cases involving over RM365 mln in losses
A study conducted revealed that of the 7,286 cases recorded, 82.5 pct victims were women while the remaining 1,228 cases were male victims.
Wed Mar 29 2023
Sharing of bank account password, PIN number will lead to fraud cases, mule accounts - BNM
The sharing of bank account passwords or PIN numbers with close friends will increase the risk of online fraud, said BNM.
Tue Oct 04 2022
Fraud cases involving losses of over RM31m recorded in Pahang
From the 6,338 reports received, police have opened investigation papers on 1,203 cases while charges have been filed in 588 cases.
Mon Aug 08 2022
51,631 online cheating cases from 2019 to 2021, involving more than RM1.61 bln losses
There were 51,631 online fraud cases with more than RM1.61 billion in losses reported from 2019 to last year, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Mon Mar 14 2022
Siblings held for online fraud cases involving losses of RM3.29 mln
Melaka police have detained two siblings, believed to be involved in fraudulent online sales, including selling disposable children's diapers, involving losses amounting to RM3.29 million.
Fri Mar 11 2022
KKMM mulls cooperation with private companies to address fake news, online frauds
KKMM said that the involvement of the private companies will provide cyber security services to protect the users' personal data and information.
Sat Aug 08 2020
572 investigation papers on face mask fraud, losses worth RM5.5 million - Ismail Sabri
Most of the fraud cases involved online transactions including via Facebook and WhatsApp platforms.
Thu Jun 04 2020
Selangor online face mask scams record losses of RM1.9 million
People are advised to check the online sellers account number at ccid.rmp.gov.my/semakmule before making any purchases.
Thu Apr 16 2020
Weak passwords, sharing with boyfriend contributes to cyber crime
CyberSecurity Malaysia International and Government Engagement Division senior vice-president Mohd Shamir Hashim said the two factors led to various fraud cases involving cyber crime.
Tue Nov 08 2016
Be wary of umrah package scams
A widespread of fraud cases involving fake agents has been reported and the trend is worrying.
Wed Jun 15 2016
Civil servants target of fraud - PPIM
Civil servants are now seen to be the main target of certain parties in fraud cases involving housing loan and business schemes.
Fri Jan 23 2015
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024