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Thailand pushes tougher safeguards after drop in online scams
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Despite a decline in online scam activity in Thailand, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society is working with relevant agencies on further measures and public-awareness efforts as fraud tactics continue to evolve.
Key facts
- Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob reported that the volume of online scam activity in Thailand had fallen by more than 50% over nearly eight months, crediting cooperation among government agencies, the private sector
- Despite the reported decline, Chaichanok cautioned that a reduction of more than 50% should be viewed only as a starting point.
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- Giving an update on anti-scam efforts during the period under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, Chaichanok attributed the decline to several factors, particularly efforts to trace financial flows and tackle money-laundering processes
Summary
Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob reported that the volume of online scam activity in Thailand had fallen by more than 50% over nearly eight months, crediting cooperation among government agencies, the private sector and the public.
Giving an update on anti-scam efforts during the period under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, Chaichanok attributed the decline to several factors, particularly efforts to trace financial flows and tackle money-laundering processes linked to scam operations.