Malaysians lose US$12.8 bln to scams in a year, equivalent to three pct of nation's GDP
According to the State of Scam Report 2024, about 70 per cent of scam victims did not report their cases to the authorities.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Pregnant woman among 11 individuals charged with engaging in job scam
The court set bail at RM8,000 for each individual, with the additional conditions requested by the prosecution.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Retired nurse loses over RM1.9 million in non-existent investment scam
Police said the victim was promised a profit within a month but until now, had not received any returns as pledged.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Beware of scam syndicates using LHDN's name
This advisory comes in light of the rapid advancement of AI technology, which has been increasingly exploited by scammers.
Fri Aug 30 2024
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
Scammers prey on young Chinese desperate for jobs in bleak economy
A teen seeking a job at Wuhan cosmetic surgery clinic was told surgery would help him earn money by gaining followers through livestreaming.
Sun Aug 18 2024
Malaysia introduces data breach notification system to combat scams
This notification must be submitted by data users who are experiencing personal data leakage incidents, including hacking threats.
Fri Aug 02 2024
Fake certificate: KPT to lodge police report, to take stern action
The scam allegedly targets individuals who are desperate to have academic qualifications for the purpose of finding a job.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Police, AGC, MCMC to coordinate investigation, prosecution in cybercrime cases - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said issues of online misconduct, scams and sexual grooming of children in the country cannot be allowed to persist.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Govt to strengthen Tourism Industry Act 1992, enhance enforcement
Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan highlighted the need to update the outdated act for better monitoring of travel package scam cases.
Wed Jul 10 2024
SC warns public of pre-initial public offering investment scams
According to SC, these scams are usually timed with upcoming IPO listings published on Bursa Malaysia's website.
Thu Jul 04 2024
MCMC denies being govt tool to silence criticism
MCMC said 72 per cent of its requests for the removal of content across all social media platforms involved online gambling and scams.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Fraud ordeal leaves mixed doubles shuttler Pei Jing nearly penniless
Lai Pei Jing said she lost almost all her savings to a fraud group, describing the experience as a "heavy blow" after decades of hard work.
Mon Jun 03 2024
MCMC advises public to be wary of calls impersonating its officers
MCMC said over the past week, they have seen an increase in reports with callers aiming to deceive victims for specific purposes.
Tue May 28 2024
Senior citizens lost over half a billion ringgit to online fraud from 2021 to 2023 - Police
Police said this involved 6.4 pct of the 86,266 online scam victims recorded during the period, with overall losses amounting to RM2.7 bln.
Mon May 27 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024