The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Meta is introducing a free verification badge for Facebook users starting July 27, requiring a video selfie to confirm account authenticity. The system aims to reduce fraud on Marketplace and build trust between users.
Singapore Police Force and the FBI have formalized their partnership through a new memorandum of understanding aimed at disrupting transnational cybercrime networks targeting citizens in both nations.
Perak police have arrested 12 Chinese nationals following raids on two suspected romance scam centres in Ipoh. Investigations suggest the operations targeted victims through online platforms, defrauding them of significant sums.
Malaysian authorities have arrested 21 Chinese nationals suspected of orchestrating a sophisticated fake investment scheme in Melaka. The operation, which targeted victims across the region, exploited cryptocurrency and promised unrealistic returns.
Singapore's police force participated in Operation First Light 2026, a coordinated global anti-fraud initiative that resulted in 5,811 arrests worldwide and recovery of US$293 million in illicit assets across 97 jurisdictions between January and April.