Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Cyber fraud is no longer just about stolen money; it’s about stolen lives. Industrial-scale scam centres across South-East Asia are blending online fraud with trafficking and tech-enabled coercion, trapping workers while targeting victims globally.
With online payment fraud set to exceed $362 billion by 2028, what can be done to disrupt these operations, protect exploited workers and build resilience in the digital economy?