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Investment scam

Investment Scams in Malaysia: How They Work and How to Stay Safe

Fake trading apps, crypto and "guaranteed return" schemes are Malaysia's costliest scams. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your mo…

13 Jun 2026
Impersonation scam

The "Macau Scam": Fake Police and Officials Demanding Money

Callers pretending to be police, Bank Negara, LHDN or couriers claim your account is linked to crime. Here is how the Macau scam works and h…

13 Jun 2026
Love scam

Love Scams: When an Online Romance Is After Your Money

Romance scammers build trust over weeks, then invent emergencies or "stuck parcels" to ask for money. Learn the signs and how to protect you…

13 Jun 2026
Job scam

Job and "Task" Scams: Paying to Earn Is Always a Trap

Fake part-time jobs ask you to complete "tasks" and top up money to earn commission. Learn how task scams work and how to avoid them.…

13 Jun 2026
Phishing

Phishing and Banking Scams: Protecting Your OTP and Passwords

Fake bank SMS, emails and links steal your login and OTP/TAC to drain your account. Learn to spot phishing and keep your banking safe.…

13 Jun 2026
E-commerce scam

Online Shopping Scams: Buying Safely and Avoiding Fake Sellers

Fake sellers, non-delivery and bogus shopping sites cost Malaysians daily. Learn how online shopping scams work and how to buy safely.…

13 Jun 2026
Loan scam

Loan Scams: Fake Lenders and Advance-Fee Traps

Fake "instant loan" offers ask for processing fees up front, then vanish. Learn how loan scams work and how to borrow safely in Malaysia.…

13 Jun 2026
Parcel scam

Parcel and Courier Scams: Fake Delivery and "Customs" Fees

Fake courier messages claim a parcel is held and ask for a small fee or your details. Learn how parcel scams work and how to avoid them.…

13 Jun 2026