cyber crime

  • Thailand NewsThai cyber police seize gambling assets worth 190 million baht

    Thai cyber police seize gambling assets worth 190 million baht

    Thai cyber police arrested the owner of two major online gambling networks, seizing assets worth 190 million baht. The websites reportedly used cartoon profile pictures to attract young gamblers. Police disclosed that the networks generated over 480 million baht annually. The Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) in Mueang Thong Thani announced the crackdown, which targeted the websites kingpigs1.com and duckystars.com.…

  • Thailand NewsCyber police arrest call centre gang in Sa Kaeo for 700k fraud

    Cyber police arrest call centre gang in Sa Kaeo for 700k fraud

    Cyber police arrested members of a call centre gang impersonating officials from the Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB) and defrauding a high-ranking female official from the Ministry of Justice of over 700,000 baht. Cyber police, directed by Vorawat Watnakornbancha, led a raid to arrest 31 year old Angkana and 34 year old Chanchai, based on a warrant from…

  • Thailand NewsBetting blitz: Cyber cops score big, seize 40m baht from online sites

    Betting blitz: Cyber cops score big, seize 40m baht from online sites

    Cyber police apprehended two online football betting and gambling websites, seizing assets worth over 40 million baht and arresting ten suspects, with memberships exceeding 12,000 individuals and a cash flow nearing 100 million baht. At 10am yesterday, cyber police officials, led by Worawat Watnakornbancha held a press conference detailing the successful capture of two online gambling networks. The operation resulted…

  • Business NewsThailand’s cybersecurity spend critical as cybercrime costs surge

    Thailand’s cybersecurity spend critical as cybercrime costs surge

    Thailand’s current expenditure on cybersecurity stands starkly low at just 0.2% of corporate revenue, despite the looming surge in cybercrime-related costs projected to reach US$10.5 trillion globally by 2025, according to cybersecurity firm Fortinet. Krungthai Compass, the research division of Krungthai Bank, anticipates that Thailand’s cybersecurity investment will climb to 18 billion baht (US$490 million) by 2025. This growth, averaging…

  • Thailand NewsCyber police nab key administrator of major gambling site in Thailand

    Cyber police nab key administrator of major gambling site in Thailand

    Cyber police apprehended the key administrator of a major gambling site, slotking77, which had a financial turnover exceeding 180 million baht. The arrest occurred after the individual absconded following a bail release at the prosecutor level today. Phumipat Phattharasriwongchai, Commander of the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau 5, along with Ukrit Srinitivorawong, Chief of News Analysis and Special Tools Division, led…

  • Thailand NewsActress Aom Sakaojai files police complaint against cyberbully

    Actress Aom Sakaojai files police complaint against cyberbully

    Renowned Thai actress Aom Sakaojai reported a case of severe online harassment to the police, triggered by explicit and threatening comments on one of her Facebook posts. Today, May 1, at 10am, Aom approached Deputy Inspector Chalerm Noppakarn of RomKlao Police Station to take legal action against the cyberbully identified by the Facebook name Nui Yabot. The incident began on…

  • Thailand NewsThai Cyber Police bust major online gambling ring in Chanthaburi

    Thai Cyber Police bust major online gambling ring in Chanthaburi

    The Thai Cyber Police dismantled a prominent online gambling ring operating under the name texas147, with an estimated turnover of 300 million baht. The raid involved searches at two locations in the Khlong district of Chanthaburi province, resulting in the seizure of computers and luxury vehicles. The operation, led by high-ranking officers from the Cyber Police and Immigration Bureau, along…

  • Thailand NewsThe ultimate guide to VPNs for Thailand: Security, streaming, and speed

    The ultimate guide to VPNs for Thailand: Security, streaming, and speed

    People in Thailand may want to use VPNs for different reasons. These reasons may include viewing the sites they want to access in their country or certain security concerns. Whatever the case, using a VPN is quite easy and involves a few very simple steps. If you live in Thailand and you are not sure how to use a VPN,…

  • Thailand NewsCyber woes: DOP’s PDPA breach prompts CIB intervention

    Cyber woes: DOP’s PDPA breach prompts CIB intervention

    A violation of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) led the Department of Older Persons (DOP) to complain to the Cyber Investigation Bureau (CIB) yesterday. The data breach, involving the DOP’s website, raised alarm bells regarding the possible misuse of personal information. Under the directives of Social Development and Human Security Minister Varawut Silpa-archa, Raemrung Worawat, the DOP’s director-general, reported…

  • Thailand NewsGovernment and military suffer nearly 2,000 cyber attacks weekly

    Government and military suffer nearly 2,000 cyber attacks weekly

    Thailand is grappling with an alarming surge of cyber attacks, facing an unprecedented 1,892 assaults per week, far surpassing the global average. Check Point Software Technologies unveils shocking statistics in their latest Threat Intelligence Report, exposing the kingdom’s vulnerability to Cryptominer and Botnet malware, paving the way for phishing attacks and resource hijacking. The primary targets in the past six…

  • Thailand NewsBumrungrad Hospital battles online investment scam

    Bumrungrad Hospital battles online investment scam

    Bumrungrad Hospital executives in Bangkok filed a complaint with the Cyber Police, targeting a fraudulent page that falsely claimed to represent the hospital in an online investment scam. Atirat Ratanakijpipat, CEO of Bumrungrad Hospital, yesterday, January 30, along with the management team, met with high-ranking Cyber Police officials to initiate legal action against the perpetrators who created the fake page.…

  • Thailand NewsVeteran actor Kraison Saenganan defrauded of 7 million baht in investment scam

    Veteran actor Kraison Saenganan defrauded of 7 million baht in investment scam

    Former actor Kraison Saenganan fell victim to an online scam that swindled him out of nearly 7 million baht (US$196,629), a significant sum that came to light when he filed a police report in Bangkok. The 66 year old veteran of the silver screen, also known by his screen name Leela Mekintharin, was duped by a fraudulent investment scheme that…

  • Thailand NewsLoan shark takedown: Cyber cops sink teeth into predatory lending racket with jaw-dropping rates

    Loan shark takedown: Cyber cops sink teeth into predatory lending racket with jaw-dropping rates

    Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) police successfully dismantled a predatory lending scheme run by an unscrupulous loan shark who charged exorbitant interest rates of 50% and coerced borrowers into extreme measures to repay their debts. The operation, which took place today, was led by the head of the CCIB, along with his team, who executed a search warrant in Trang…

  • Thailand NewsWebsite blocked by Thai Criminal Court to prevent information leak of up to 55 million individuals

    Website blocked by Thai Criminal Court to prevent information leak of up to 55 million individuals

    The Criminal Court in Thailand pulled the plug on the notorious website 9near.org, preventing a potentially massive data breach that could have compromised the personal information of a staggering 55 million Thai citizens. The crackdown began when the website 9Near – Hacktivist claimed to be armed with sensitive details including full names, birthdates, ID card numbers, and phone numbers, all…

  • Business NewsThai organisations face frequent cyberattacks, study reveals

    Thai organisations face frequent cyberattacks, study reveals

    A recent study conducted by Cloudflare, a US-based firm specialising in content delivery, networking, and cloud cybersecurity, disclosed that 57% of Thai organisations have been targeted by at least 10 cybersecurity incidents in the past year. The findings revealed that the primary motivation for these cybercriminal activities was to install spyware, followed by financial gain and ransomware. Interestingly, despite the…

  • Business NewsCyberattacks plague Thailand: Over 10 annual incidents cause significant losses

    Cyberattacks plague Thailand: Over 10 annual incidents cause significant losses

    A recent survey reveals that more than half of Thai organisations have experienced over 10 cyberattack incidents in the past year, leading to significant financial losses. The report, released by US-based cloud connectivity firm Cloudflare Inc., highlights the urgent need for Thai businesses to strengthen their cybersecurity infrastructure. According to a data breach report commissioned by IBM, the global average cost…

  • Thailand NewsThai Internet idol finds sudden surge in job offers after failed audition

    Thai Internet idol finds sudden surge in job offers after failed audition

    Renowned Internet idol, aka Nokia, has been overwhelmed by a sudden influx of job offers to host various events, following her failed attempt at a newsreader and announcer audition. The 28 year old, whose real name is Suthasinee Sirirak, has been cyberbullied for her resemblance to a music video protagonist and a Japanese rubber doll, which allegedly caused her audition…

  • Thailand NewsMan arrested for online threats against Thai prime minister

    Man arrested for online threats against Thai prime minister

    The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) apprehended a 29 year old man for posting threatening messages against the Thai prime minister online. The accused admitted his guilt, citing his disappointment with Thai politics as the reason for his vented frustrations. He was arrested at 6.30am today following a search warrant authorised the previous day. On November 5, the Anti Online…

  • Thailand NewsThai man deceived by online lover loses 3.5 million baht in elaborate scam

    Thai man deceived by online lover loses 3.5 million baht in elaborate scam

    A Thai man fell victim to an elaborate online scam where he was deceived by a woman on Facebook. Despite never meeting in person, the man known as Toon, was convinced to transfer a total of 3.5 million baht to the woman, known as Boom Bim, only to find out that she had used another woman’s pictures and had lied…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s AOC launched to tackle rising online scams

    Thailand’s AOC launched to tackle rising online scams

    The Anti-Online Scam Operation Centre (AOC), a comprehensive service centre for victims of scam gangs, has been launched by Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES), as stated by Minister Prasert Chantararuangthong. The AOC is designed to effectively reduce the number of online scams within a month, aiming to tackle the over 330,000 cybercrime cases reported from March 1…

  • Business NewsThailand biz shields up: Low cyberattacks, high cybersecurity worries in ASEAN

    Thailand biz shields up: Low cyberattacks, high cybersecurity worries in ASEAN

    In the past year, Thai corporations experienced the lowest number of disruptive cyberattacks among ASEAN nations, with only 22% reporting an increase in incidents by 50% or more, according to a recent survey by global cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks. However, cybersecurity remains a significant concern for Thai businesses as they grapple with increasingly complex threats. The survey, which examined…

  • Crime NewsThai Cyber Police arrest man selling millions of personal data, evading bank regulations for large transactions

    Thai Cyber Police arrest man selling millions of personal data, evading bank regulations for large transactions

    A recent crackdown by Thai Cyber Police led to the arrest of a 24 year old Bangkok man selling the personal data of 15 million individuals. This information was obtained from the customer base of a well-known supplement brand and a grey business group. The suspect, who was apprehended from his residence in Thawi Watthana District, Bangkok also offered software…

  • Thailand NewsNationwide cyber police crackdown disrupts major China-backed cryptocurrency fraud operation

    Nationwide cyber police crackdown disrupts major China-backed cryptocurrency fraud operation

    A nationwide operation led by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) successfully raided 29 key locations, effectively dismantling a large-scale China-backed cryptocurrency fraud call centre network. The CCIB seized considerable cash assets and a Rolls-Royce car. High-profile raids were orchestrated yesterday in three cities, Bangkok, Pathum Thani, and Chon Buri. Although endorsed by the infamous Tak City director, the CCIB’s…

  • Crime NewsCyberattack: Thai cybercrime suspects arrested for 77 million baht luxury vintage car scam

    Cyberattack: Thai cybercrime suspects arrested for 77 million baht luxury vintage car scam

    The suspects thought to be behind the cyberattack on the Department of Land Transport (DLT) were yesterday taken into custody. The breach caused damages estimated at a colossal sum of 77.35 million baht. The two suspects, 38 year old Satian and 44 year old Sarisorn, are expected to face charges for introducing false information into the computer system and unlawfully…

  • Technology NewsThailand’s SET warns of escalating cybercrime

    Thailand’s SET warns of escalating cybercrime

    The Research Department of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has provided a stark warning about the escalating threat from cybercriminals. The department estimates that cybercrime inflicts daily approximate damage of 772 billion baht worldwide, with Thailand alone likely to suffer losses of around 85 million baht each day this year. In 2023, as many as 61 million Thai citizens…

  • Phuket NewsThai cybercrime bureau busts personal data trader in Phuket

    Thai cybercrime bureau busts personal data trader in Phuket

    In Phuket, there has been an arrest in relation to the sale of personal data extracted from gambling websites. This dramatic event unfolded yesterday, as Thai Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers yesterday swooped down on their unsuspecting target at about 12.30pm. The suspect, only identified as 28 year old Phadungkiat, was apprehended in the Mueang District, as detailed in…

  • Crime NewsDating app crimes: Bangkok police warn against predator with extensive criminal record

    Dating app crimes: Bangkok police warn against predator with extensive criminal record

    A public alert regarding an increase in dating app crimes has been issued by the Metropolitan Police Bureau. Vigilance has been urged due to a man capitalising on a dating application to lure in, rape, and subsequently rob women. The individual has a criminal record spanning 15 years. The man, known under the pseudonym “Tum Chonburi,” but legally named Wattana…

  • Crime NewsTwo arrested in Phuket for selling guns online via Facebook

    Two arrested in Phuket for selling guns online via Facebook

    Two men have been arrested by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) Region 5 branch for allegedly selling firearms online via Facebook from their homes in Kathu, Phuket. The arrests were announced late on Sunday, though the specific dates were not disclosed. In the first raid, at a house in Moo 1, Kathu, officers arrested Kriangkrai, a 31 year old…

  • Crime NewsThai police official and daughter fall victim to cyber fraud, losing 2 million baht

    Thai police official and daughter fall victim to cyber fraud, losing 2 million baht

    A former police official and his daughter report a recent cyber fraud case where their bank account was drained of 2 million baht. Yesterday, Suthep, a 65 year old former director of Klongtan Police Station, and his 30 year old daughter, Suthinika, owner of a bakery business in the Lat Phrao area, reported the incident to Naphaporn Rakphichai, an officer…

  • Thailand NewsHacker to Cybersecurity CEO ft. Gregory Pickett | Thaiger Podcast Ep.26

    Hacker to Cybersecurity CEO ft. Gregory Pickett | Thaiger Podcast Ep.26

    https://youtu.be/OU0pB7RWUAs Are we being tracked by our phones, is our phone listening to us? how easy is it for someone to hack my computer or rob my e-bank? Gregory Pickett. Cyber security specialist and the head of cybersecurity operations at Hellfire Security. Gregory specialises in protecting fortune 100 companies from cyber crime and providing intrusion analysis that Provides these multimillion…