Myanmar’s proliferating scam centers
Hacker NewsMonday, July 14, 2025 at 4:16:29 AM
Myanmar has seen a rapid rise in scam centers, often run by criminal syndicates, that target victims globally with fraudulent schemes—everything from fake investments to romance scams. Many of these operations are linked to organized crime and exploit vulnerable workers, sometimes through coercion. The situation has drawn international concern, but weak law enforcement and corruption make it hard to crack down.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a local issue—these scams affect people worldwide, draining savings and eroding trust in digital interactions. The story highlights how geopolitical instability and weak governance can create safe havens for large-scale fraud, with real human costs both for victims and those trapped working in these operations. It’s a grim reminder of how interconnected (and exploitative) the digital underworld has become.
— Curated via WP Now’s
