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CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Investment Scams Exploit Social Media and FOMO to Target Malaysians

Malaysians lost RM413.81 million to investment scams in H1 2026. Learn how scammers exploit social media and FOMO, and how to protect yourself.

RM413.81 million (Jan–Jun 2026)
CRITICAL THREATother

Surge in Online Scams Drains Malaysia's Economy and Erodes Public Trust

Online scams are surging in Malaysia, draining billions from the economy and eroding public trust. Learn the warning signs and how to protect yourself.

CRITICAL THREATother

Banks Equally Liable for Enabling Scams — Growing Calls for Shared Responsibility in Malaysia

Banks in Malaysia face growing calls to share liability for enabling scams. Learn what shared responsibility means for fraud victims and prevention.

HIGH THREATjob

Singapore Passes Anti-Scam Laws: Online Account Mules Face Jail

Singapore's new anti-scam Bill criminalises online account mules with up to 3 years jail and raises platform fines to $10 million. Key details inside.

$410.6 million (H1 2026, Singapore)
CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Two Retirees Lose RM750,000 After Falling for Investment Scams in Malaysia

Two Malaysian retirees lost RM750,000 to investment scams. Learn the warning signs of fake investment schemes targeting seniors in Malaysia.

RM750,000
CRITICAL THREATother

WhatsApp Boss Scam Costs Terengganu Car Dealership RM452,000

A Terengganu car dealership lost RM452,000 in a WhatsApp boss scam where fraudsters impersonated the company owner. Learn the warning signs.

RM452,000
CRITICAL THREATromance

Dating Apps Become Hunting Grounds for Romance Scammers in Malaysia

Dating apps are being used as hunting grounds by romance scammers in Malaysia. Learn the warning signs and how to protect yourself from love scams.

HIGH THREATimpersonation

Singapore CFO Nearly Loses S$120,000 in Microsoft Teams Boss Impersonation Scam

Scammers impersonated a company chairman on Microsoft Teams to trick a Singapore CFO into transferring S$120,000. Learn how this corporate scam works.

S$120,000
HIGH THREATother

Scammers Using AI to Commit Crimes at Speed as Singapore Launches Cyber Command

Scammers are using AI to commit fraud faster than ever. Singapore's new Cyber Command aims to fight back. Learn how AI scams work and how to stay safe.

CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Saleswoman Loses RM290,000 to Investment Scam and Fake Recovery Agent in Malaysia

Malaysian saleswoman loses RM290,000 to investment scam, then falls prey to fake recovery agent. Learn how double-hit scams work and how to protect yourself.

RM290,000
CRITICAL THREATjob

Malaysia Records 1,537 Job Scam Cases With RM31.8 Million in Losses in Q1 2026

Malaysia recorded 1,537 job scam cases with RM31.8 million in losses in Q1 2026. Learn how job scams work and 5 warning signs to protect yourself.

RM31.8mil
CRITICAL THREATphishing

QR Code Scams Rise in Malaysia With $9.4 Million in Losses in First Half of 2026

QR code scams in Malaysia caused $9.4 million in losses in the first half of 2026. Learn how fake QR codes steal your money and 5 ways to stay safe.

$9.4 million
CRITICAL THREATother

KRI Calls for Shared Responsibility as Malaysia's Online Scam Losses Hit RM2.77 Billion

KRI report reveals Malaysia's online scam losses reached RM2.77 billion. Banks, telcos, and digital platforms urged to share responsibility. What this means for you.

RM2.77 Billion
CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Saleswoman Loses Nearly RM300,000 to Investment Scam in Malaysia

A Malaysian saleswoman lost nearly RM300,000 to an investment scam promising high returns. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your money.

RM300,000
CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Malaysia to Investigate 30 Citizens Detained in Indonesia Over Online Scam Operations

Malaysia is investigating 30 citizens detained in Indonesia for involvement in online scam operations. Learn how scam syndicates recruit Malaysians.

HIGH THREATinvestment

Singaporean Couple Lose Over $500,000 to Alleged Stock Investment Scam

A Singaporean couple lost over $500,000 in a stock investment scam. Learn how fake trading platforms trap victims and 5 warning signs to watch for.

$500,000
HIGH THREATother

Singapore Police and Banks Avert Over S$46 Million in Scam Losses Through Joint Operation

Joint operation by Singapore police and banks averted over S$46 million in scam losses. Learn how intervention programmes work and how to protect yourself.

$46 million
HIGH THREATjob

254 Scammers and Money Mules Under Police Probe in Singapore Over $7.5 Million in Losses

254 scammers and money mules are under police investigation in Singapore over $7.5 million in losses. Learn how money mule recruitment works and how to avoid it.

$7.5m
HIGH THREATother

Nearly Half of Scam Incidents in Southeast Asia Remain Unresolved, Eroding Digital Trust

Nearly half of reported scam incidents across six Southeast Asian markets remain unresolved, undermining digital trust. GSMA findings reveal the scale of the problem.

HIGH THREATother

31 Malaysians and Taiwanese Arrested in West Kalimantan Over Alleged Scam Operations

31 Malaysians and Taiwanese nationals arrested in West Kalimantan, Indonesia over alleged online scam operations. How scam centres recruit across ASEAN borders.

CRITICAL THREATother

IGP Reveals Online Scam Losses Surge to RM 2.97 Billion in 2025

Malaysia's IGP confirms online scam losses surged to RM 2.97 billion in 2025. Learn the top scam types and how to protect yourself from fraud.

RM 2.97B
CRITICAL THREATother

91% of Removed Social Media Content Linked to Online Scams and Gambling

91% of social media content removed by Malaysian authorities is linked to online scams and gambling. Learn how scammers use social media to target victims.

HIGH THREATjob

Malaysian Trio Arrested Within Hours of Entering Singapore on Scam Mission

Three Malaysians arrested within hours of entering Singapore to carry out scam operations. Learn how cross-border scam syndicates recruit mules.

HIGH THREATjob

Cyber Scam Hubs Across Southeast Asia Fuelled by Human Trafficking

APG report reveals cyber scam hubs across Southeast Asia are fuelled by human trafficking. Learn how scam compounds operate and how to stay safe.

HIGH THREATshopping

Parcel & Delivery Scam — Fake Pos Malaysia & J&T Notifications

Parcel delivery scams in Malaysia use fake Pos Malaysia and J&T notifications to steal banking details. Learn the 5 red flags and how to report.

HIGH THREATphishing

TAC/OTP Hijacking — How Scammers Steal Your Banking Code

TAC and OTP hijacking is the gateway to draining Malaysian bank accounts. Learn how scammers steal your codes and 5 steps to protect yourself.

HIGH THREATdeepfake

WhatsApp Voice Cloning Scam — AI Deepfake Voice Calls

Scammers use AI voice cloning to impersonate family members on WhatsApp in Malaysia. Learn how deepfake voice scams work and how to verify callers.

HIGH THREATimpersonation

Government Grant Scam — Fake BRIM, STR & Bantuan Messages

Fake government aid scams impersonate BRIM, STR, and Bantuan programmes in Malaysia. Learn how to spot fake grant messages and protect your data.

HIGH THREATphishing

QR Code Payment Scam — Fake DuitNow & Touch 'n Go QR Codes

QR code scams in Malaysia use fake DuitNow and Touch 'n Go QR codes to redirect payments. Learn how to spot tampered QR codes before you scan.

HIGH THREATphishing

Fake Bank SMS Phishing — Maybank, CIMB & Public Bank SMS Scams

Fake bank SMS scams impersonate Maybank, CIMB, and Public Bank in Malaysia. Learn to spot phishing messages and protect your banking credentials.

HIGH THREATinvestment

Telegram Investment Group Scam — Fake Trading Groups & Signal Channels

Telegram investment scams use fake trading groups and signal channels to lure Malaysians. Learn the red flags of fraudulent Telegram investment groups.

HIGH THREATshopping

Shopee & Lazada Scam — Fake Sellers, Refund Fraud & Non-Delivery

Shopee and Lazada scams in Malaysia include fake sellers, refund fraud, and non-delivery. Learn how to shop safely and report fraudulent sellers.

HIGH THREATloan

Loan Scam — Illegal Money Lenders & Fake Loan Apps in Malaysia

Loan scams in Malaysia include illegal Ah Long operations and fake loan apps that steal your data. Learn how to identify licensed lenders and report fraud.

HIGH THREATimpersonation

Fake Customer Service Scam — Impersonating Banks & Telcos

Fake customer service scams in Malaysia impersonate bank and telco hotlines. Learn how scammers spoof caller IDs and steal your banking credentials.

HIGH THREATdeepfake

AI-Generated Deepfake Scam — Video Calls, Photos & Voice Manipulation

AI deepfake scams use fake video calls and cloned voices to defraud Malaysians. Learn how deepfakes work and 5 ways to verify identity before sending money.

CRITICAL THREATimpersonation

Trader Loses RM882,000 to Phone Scam in Malaysia

A Malaysian trader lost RM882,000 to a phone scam. Learn the warning signs of phone scams in Malaysia and how to protect yourself from losing money.

RM882,000
CRITICAL THREATidentity-theft

Malaysia Considers Legal Action Against Facebook Over Scam Cooperation Failures

Malaysia is considering legal action against Facebook for failing to cooperate on online scam prevention. Learn what this means for scam victims.

HIGH THREATphishing

Fake ERP Fee Email Scam Targets Users Across Southeast Asia

A phishing email claiming unpaid ERP fees is circulating across Southeast Asia. Learn the warning signs of this scam and how to protect yourself.

HIGH THREATjob

Singapore Scam Gang in Cambodia Allegedly Led by Brothers

A scam gang operating from Cambodia was allegedly led by Singaporean brothers. Learn how Southeast Asian scam syndicates operate and how to stay safe.

CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Victims Claim Up to RM133,000 Lost in Alleged Bogus Aesthetic Training Scam

Victims in Malaysia report losing up to RM133,000 in an alleged bogus aesthetic training scam. Learn the warning signs and how to verify training providers.

RM133,000
CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Melaka Raids Dismantle Scam Calling Centres Behind Love and Investment Fraud — 45 Arrested

Police raids in Melaka dismantle scam calling centres behind sex, love, and investment fraud. 45 arrested in operation targeting organised scam syndicates.

CRITICAL THREATphishing

Agrobank Confirms RM203 Million Online Fraud Loss in Malaysia

Agrobank confirms RM203 million in online fraud losses in Malaysia. Learn how banking fraud at this scale happens and how to protect your accounts.

RM203.8 million
CRITICAL THREATjob

Tawau Resort Used as Front for Online Scam Syndicate — 80 Arrested

A Tawau resort was used as a front for an online scam syndicate. 80 suspects arrested in police operation targeting organised cybercrime in Sabah.

HIGH THREATimpersonation

Victim Loses S$4.9 Million in Deepfake Scam Impersonating Singapore PM Wong

A victim lost S$4.9 million in a deepfake scam using fake video of Singapore PM Wong and government officials. Learn how deepfake scams work and how to stay safe.

S$4.9 million
HIGH THREATinvestment

Singapore Bank Employee Foils S$200,000 Scam as Victim Nearly Hands Over Cash

A Singapore bank employee stopped a S$200,000 scam just as the victim was about to hand cash to criminals. Learn how banks help prevent scam losses.

S$200,000
CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Bursa Malaysia Advises Public to Be More Vigilant as Investment Scam Cases Rise

Bursa Malaysia warns public about rising investment scam cases in 2026. Learn how to verify legitimate investments and avoid fake trading platforms in Malaysia.

Not specified — advisory about rising cases
CRITICAL THREATinvestment

Chinese Student Loses RM20,580 in Online Currency Exchange Scam

Chinese student in Malaysia loses RM20,580 in online currency exchange scam. Learn how fake money changers target international students and how to stay safe.

RM20,580
CRITICAL THREATphishing

Company Loses Over RM700,000 in Fake Email Steel Supply Scam

Malaysian company loses RM700,000 in business email compromise (BEC) scam using fake steel supply invoices. Learn how BEC attacks target businesses in Malaysia.

RM700,000
CRITICAL THREATimpersonation

Retiree Loses Over RM328,000 in Police Impersonation Phone Scam

Malaysian retiree loses RM328,000 in police impersonation Macau scam. Learn the warning signs, how this phone scam works, and how to protect yourself.

RM328,000
HIGH THREATphishing

Singapore Records Nearly S$400,000 in Losses From PR Application Scams

Singapore records nearly S$400,000 in PR application scam losses since January 2026. Learn how fake immigration agents target applicants across Southeast Asia.

S$400,000
EMERGENCY THREATinvestment

Investment & Crypto Fraud — Get-Rich-Quick Schemes

Investment and cryptocurrency fraud is the deadliest scam category in Malaysia by financial losses. In 2025 alone, Malaysians lost an estimated RM 1.37...

9,296 cases (2025)RM 1.37 billion
CRITICAL THREATjob

Job Scam & Mule Account Recruitment

"Like, share, earn RM300 a day from home!" — If you have seen messages like this on WhatsApp or Telegram, you have encountered one of Malaysia's...

Growing rapidly (2025)RM 251 million (Jan-2025 onward)
CRITICAL THREATimpersonation

Macau Scam — Police & Authority Impersonation

The Macau Scam is Malaysia's highest-volume scam type, with 28,698 reported cases and RM 715 million in losses in 2025. Despite widespread awareness...

28,698 cases (2025)RM 715 million
HIGH THREATshopping

Rental Scam — Fake Property Listings

Rental scams are a growing problem in Malaysia, targeting tenants searching for affordable housing on platforms like Mudah.my, Facebook Marketplace,...

Rising (2026)Thousands per victim
CRITICAL THREATromance

Romance Scam — Love & Dating Fraud

Romance scams are among the most emotionally devastating fraud types in Malaysia. Victims often lose between RM 50,000 and RM 500,000 or more — and many...

Increasing (2024-2025)Significant — often unreported due to shame
HIGH THREATshopping

Online Shopping & Parcel Scam

Online shopping scams are the second-highest scam type by volume in Malaysia, with 14,881 reported cases and RM 123.7 million in losses in 2025. As more...

14,881 cases (2025)RM 123.7 million