The Impact of Scams on Mental Health

The Impact of Scams on Mental Health

Emotional and psychological effects: Stress that can be both intense (from the amount lost) and chronic (during recovery), potentially leading to depression, anxiety, sleep issues, and panic attacks Social impact: Victims often experience shame and may withdraw...
Money Mules Sentenced in Singapore

Money Mules Sentenced in Singapore

I’ve read the article about money mules in Singapore. Here are the key points: Since new sentencing guidelines were introduced in August 2024, 230 money mules have been charged (between August 2024 and March 2025). During this period, all adult offenders...
Singaporean lost life-savings to job scam

Singaporean lost life-savings to job scam

Ms. Lee, a 48-year-old saleswoman in Singapore, lost over $78,000 (nearly 90% of her life savings) to a job scam in February 2025. The scam began when someone with a foreign number contacted her on WhatsApp in late 2024 offering a part-time online job. Later, a man...