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
Teen girl remanded for alleged trespassing and impersonation at hospital
The teenage girl has been remanded for two days until tomorrow.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Deepfakes of Bollywood stars spark worries of AI meddling in India election
The videos sparked police investigation with Aamir Khan registering a case in Mumbai for alleged impersonation and cheating with fake video.
Mon Apr 22 2024
Cybersecurity issues warning of impersonation, scam activities on Whatsapp
The victim will subsequently lose access to their WhatsApp account once they click on the link.
Thu Dec 07 2023
Musk says Twitter to hold off relaunching blue check verification
Holding off relaunch of Blue Verified until there is high confidence of stopping impersonation, Musk said in a tweet.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Unemployed found guilty of posing as Interpol officer for money
Mohamad Nazir Taib, 42, says he committed the offence for money, as he was broke after paying the hospital bill for his wife's C-section surgery.
Thu Jan 29 2015
Man impersonates cop to avoid arrest for khalwat
The 23-year-old impostor had introduced himself as a policeman and produced a fake police authority card after being caught in close proximity with a woman.
Thu May 15 2014
"We will arrrest those who try to vote for second time" - EC
EC deputy chairman Datuk Wan Ahmad Wan Omar said the individuals hauled up for impersonation will be barred from voting 5 years.
Tue Apr 30 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024