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North Sumatra police arrested seven foreign nationals and 31 Indonesians in Medan for orchestrating an international online dating scam network. The syndicate used fake social media profiles to target Japanese men, extracting money before disappearing.
Artificial intelligence has transformed online scamming, eliminating traditional warning signs like typos and poor quality. Experts warn consumers must now actively verify legitimacy rather than spot red flags.
Malaysia has established a cross-agency working committee to combat the escalating problem of online scams. The initiative brings together government ministries, financial institutions, telecommunications companies, and social media platforms in a coordinated enforcement effort.