Southeast Asia scams
Over 6,700 Indians Rescued from Cybercrime Scam Centers in Southeast Asia: Government Report
Dec 12, 2025 12:06 am CST
The Indian government has successfully rescued more than 6,700 nationals from cybercrime scam centers across Cambodia, Myanmar, and Lao PDR. These individuals were lured through fraudulent job offers on social media platforms and forced to participate in illegal activities. The Ministry of External Affairs has established multiple assistance channels and regularly issues advisories to protect citizens from such scams, while diplomatic missions actively work with host countries to facilitate rescues and repatriations.
SpaceX Disables Over 2,500 Starlink Terminals at Myanmar Scam Centers Amid Growing Southeast Asian Cyber Fraud Crisis
Nov 19, 2025 11:39 am CST
SpaceX has terminated service to more than 2,500 Starlink internet devices at Myanmar scam centers following an AFP investigation revealing their widespread use in fraudulent operations. Despite previous crackdowns, these online fraud compounds continue to flourish along Myanmar's poorly regulated borders, with victims worldwide losing up to $37 billion in 2023 alone. Recent military raids on notorious centers like KK Park represent only a fraction of the global cybercrime industry that exploits satellite internet technology and operates with tacit approval from local authorities.
India Repatriates Nationals Rescued from Myanmar Cyberscam Operations in Major Cross-Border Rescue
Nov 06, 2025 05:31 pm CST
India is repatriating 465 nationals who fled from Myanmar's notorious KK Park cyberscam center to Thailand. The first batch of approximately 270 Indians departed on Thursday, with the remainder scheduled to leave next Monday. This rescue operation highlights Southeast Asia's growing cybercrime crisis, where fraudulent operations generate nearly $40 billion annually through scams and human trafficking.