‘Be wary of donation drive by influencers’

Protect your donations: Raymon advises the public to verify the fundraiser’s registration with the appropriate authorities like the ROS or the CCM.

PETALING JAYA: While Malaysians are known for their generosity, they should exercise caution before donating to any cause, especially those promoted by influencers, say financial experts.

Certified fraud examiner Raymon Ram said while there are laws regulating financial crimes related to the mishandling of public donations, there are no specific regulations on influencers to ensure transparency.