Scam Operations in Southeast Asia

Between January and May 2025, India suffered cybercrime losses of ₹7,000 crore, averaging ₹1,000 crore monthly, primarily from scams originating in Cambodia, Myanmar, and other Southeast Asian countries.

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These large-scale fraud operations, allegedly run by Chinese syndicates, lure victims into fake investment apps and task-based scams. Many scammers are also victims, trafficked into fortified compounds where they are forced to work.

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In response, Indian officials are collaborating with Cambodia to shut down these cybercrime hubs, with a focus on mapping their locations. States like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh are particularly affected, and projections suggest India could lose over ₹1.2 trillion to cyber fraud in the next year, underscoring the urgent need for improved cybersecurity.

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