Internet crimes and scams

Hackers hit sensitive targets like finance ministries in over 37 nations in vast spying plot

Hackers used access to spy on e-mails, financial dealings and communications about military and police operations, according to a new cybersecurity report.

At least $51,000 lost to online job scams linked to Pokemon trading cards this year

Members of the public should not accept dubious job offers that offer lucrative returns for minimal effort.

MOM unit warns of remittance service impersonation scam targeting migrant workers in Singapore

The Ministry of Manpower's Assurance, Care and Engagement Group said on Feb 1 the police have received reports of several scam cases where migrant workers are targetted.

China fails to curb the ‘secret filming betrayal’ of women and girls

Covert footage is used to entice people to pay for access to private channels promising more content.

New CPF safety switch, trusted contact notification service rolled out to curb scams

The new CPF Safety Switch and Trusted Contact notification service are aimed at helping to safeguard CPF members' savings.

China executes 4 more accused Myanmar scam centre leaders

Members of the Karen Border Guard Force patrol during a crackdown operation on illicit activity linked to scam centres in Shwe Kokko in Myanmar's eastern Myawaddy township.

Forum: ScamShield’s multi-layered approach protects users from evolving scam threats

Police victim care officers help Singapore scam victims find strength after losing savings

(From left) Ms Lee Ting Yu and Ms Tanzima Rowshnya Raquib are volunteers with the police who support victims of crime, including sexual assault and scams.

Vietnam receives 59 citizens repatriated from Cambodia after scam-linked employment

Officials said many had travelled to Cambodia after responding to job offers on social media.

Beware of scam e-mails on tax refunds claiming to be from IRAS, say police

Victims would receive unsolicited emails saying that they were eligible for tax refunds.

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