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Cabinet approves two draft decrees to speed up refunds for online scam victims

April 09, 2025

Cabinet approves two draft decrees to help online scam victims get refunds faster and hold banks, telcos, and platforms accountable for damages.

DSI warns of new online scam using fake DSI badges

April 07, 2025

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has issued a warning about a new form of online scam. The public is urged not to fall for this deception, in which fraudsters impersonate DSI officers, display fake DSI badges, and threaten individuals by falsely linking them to a money laundering case involving "Samart Jenchaijitwanich."

New digital assets and cybercrime prevention decrees to take effect before Songkran

SATURDAY, APRIL 05, 2025

The amendments will make financial institutions and telecom companies share responsibility in preventing and addressing online crime, marking a significant shift in the country's approach to digital security.

Cambodian police capture Thai ‘ringleaders’ during Poipet scam raids

TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2025

The Police carried out large-scale raids in Poipet town on March 22 as part of an operation to target two illegal online scam operations.

Alleged yakuza gangster arrested in ฺBangkok for running online scams

THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2025

Thai police arrest alleged yakuza gangster Yamaguchi in Bangkok for running call-centre scams. He faces deportation after investigations conclude.

Thailand needs proof of human technology to prepare for the age of AI

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2025

Proof of human is necessary to boost confidence among people ahead of a global transition towards an AI-driven era, Alex Blania, CEO and founder of Tools for Humanity said recently.

World needs proof of human technology to drive digital era, says CEO

TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025

Proof of human is necessary to boost confidence among people ahead of a global transition towards an AI-driven era, Alex Blania, CEO and founder of Tools for Humanity said recently.

US Embassy concerned over new law affecting Facebook operations

THURSDAY, MARCH 06, 2025

The US Embassy has raised concerns over Thailand’s new law holding Facebook accountable for online scams. Despite objections, the government insists the decree will protect consumers without disrupting business operations.

BGF detains more than 7,000 citizens of 29 nations following crackdowns on scams

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Myanmar’s Border Guard Forces (BGF) are set to deport more than 7,000 citizens from 29 nations via Thailand after cracking down on call-centre scam gangs in Myawaddy. Embassies have been notified to arrange repatriation.

Thailand, China reinforce scam crackdown amid Cambodia rumours

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa reiterated Thailand’s commitment to combating transnational border crime as he met Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong at the opening ceremony of the ASEAN Future Forum 2025 in Hanoi, Vietnam, on Tuesday.

215 ‘victims’, including 109 Thais, rescued from online scam gang in Cambodia

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Thai and Cambodian police rescued 215 victims, including 109 Thais, from a call-centre scam gang in Poi Pet. Authorities continue investigating to identify perpetrators and victims. Those deceived will be sent home, while willing participants face legal action.

Thai ex-teacher, Chinese national among 5 arrested over romance scam

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Gang has allegedly defrauded people of millions of baht

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