Thailand plans to invest 200 million THB (6 million USD) to develop a centralised data management system powered by artificial intelligence (AI) for its Anti-Online Scam Operation Centre (AOC), aiming to enhance the centre’s overall efficiency.
To enhance coordination between relevant agencies of ASEAN and Russia in responding to traditional and non-traditional security challenges in the coming time, Vietnam's Minister of Public Security suggested that the two sides seriously and effectively implement their joint statements, plans and cooperation programmes; and establish a dialogue mechanism to respond to security challenges.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh requested localities to set up task forces to crack down on smuggling, trade fraud, counterfeit goods, copyright infringement, and intellectual property violations, given the recent bust involving 100 tonnes of counterfeit pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements.
To protect themselves, users are advised to avoid clicking on unfamiliar links, particularly in emails or messages from unknown sources. It's essential to verify the source of applications before downloading them, ensuring they are sourced from official platforms.
Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society Prasert Jantararuangtong said that participants at the 5th ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting (ADGMIN) have agreed that online fraud and call centre gangs are urgent issues that require a collective effort to address.
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has called for stronger ASEAN collaboration to combat online scams, tackle misinformation, and promote ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Thailand is set to implement a new law this month, aimed at curbing online fraud by holding telecom firms and financial institutions more accountable for victims' losses.
Senior Lieutenant General Luong Tam Quang, Deputy Minister of Public Security and Chairman of the National Cybersecurity Association, emphasised the urgency of cybercrime prevention in today’s online internet community.
The Vietnam Trade Office in the Netherlands has warned of online fraud cases, particularly related to petroleum products, amidst the high demand for this category of goods.
Chief of Mission of the International Organisation of Migration (IOM) in Vietnam Park Mi-hyung has applauded the country’s efforts in implementing the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM), saying that the Vietnamese Government has taken proactive steps towards a greener and more sustainable future.
Border guards in the northern border province of Lai Chau announced that they have coordinated with their counterparts in the southwestern province of Tay Ninh and Blue Dragon Children's Foundation to successfully rescue a teenager who was tricked to work in Cambodia.
The police of Malaysia and Singapore have arrested 34 suspects involved in the “African Scam” case with 21.6 million MYR (about five million USD) in Singapore and five states of Malaysia.
