Target: The young and vulnerable


At risk: A recent report revealed a staggering 65% of young people surveyed had encountered scam attempts, highlighting their vulnerability. —Unsplash

ONLINE scams are surging across the world, with youth and vulnerable groups particularly at risk as fraud tactics become more sophisticated.

Across Asia, more than 50% of people report being victims of scams weekly, with an estimated total loss of US$688.42bil over the last 12 months, as highlighted in the 2024 Asia Scam Report.

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