SINGAPORE, March 10 - In a determined push to tackle the growing issue of online scams, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced new measures aimed at enhancing the verification processes for advertisers and selected e-commerce vendors. This initiative is part...

In the bustling city-state of Singapore, a significant shift is on the horizon for advertisers using Facebook. By the close of June, all individuals and businesses looking to promote their products or services on the platform will need to undergo a verification...

A recent survey conducted by Ipsos in partnership with HomeEquity Bank, which is known for its CHIP Reverse Mortgage, has shed light on an encouraging trend among Canadians aged 55 and older regarding their ability to identify scams. Surprisingly, the findings reveal...

Medicare fraud manifests in various ways, but one of the most common tactics involves deceiving elderly individuals into revealing their personal information. This insidious fraud often begins with dishonest healthcare providers who submit claims to the government for...

Picture this: one moment, you’re effortlessly communicating with friends and family, sending texts and making calls. Suddenly, everything changes. Your phone becomes silent, your messages won’t send, and you find yourself locked out of your online accounts. This...

  Socure's latest innovation, the Identity Manipulation Risk Score, is a game-changer in the battle against first-party fraud. This unique tool, seamlessly integrated into Socure’s Sigma First-Party Fraud platform, is designed to specifically target repeat identity...

In the bustling world of commerce, where transactions flow like a river, the shadow of payment fraud looms more significant every year. As businesses of all shapes and sizes navigate this intricate landscape, they face an alarming reality: in 2020 alone, losses...

Not long ago, we received a message from Jane, who reached out to share her unsettling experience with a dubious text message she had received. Her story is an important reminder for all of us to remain vigilant against the ever-changing landscape of digital threats...

In a recent parliamentary debate on March 4, Singapore’s Minister of State for Home Affairs, Sun Xueling, delivered a stark warning regarding the dangers of investing in cryptocurrency. Her message was clear: the rise of digital assets has led to an alarming surge in...

Experts agree that while harsher penalties may act as a deterrent, more comprehensive measures are essential to diminish the temptation of engaging in scams. One such victim, a woman from Clementi, was left shattered after losing not only her life savings but also her...