- Meta has disabled over 150,000 Facebook and Instagram accounts in a significant crackdown on fraudulent activities.
- According to Bernama, these accounts were linked to extensive scam center networks operating across Southeast Asia.
- This action is a direct consequence of a broader global law enforcement operation targeting online fraud.
- Agencies from Singapore, Thailand, and the United States were integral participants in this international effort, as noted by CNA.
- The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat sophisticated online scams originating from the region.
Meta Disables 150K+ Scam Accounts
Meta has disabled over 150,000 Facebook and Instagram accounts linked to extensive scam center networks across Southeast Asia in a significant crackdown on fraudulent activities. This decisive action is a direct result of a broader global law enforcement operation, involving agencies from Singapore, Thailand, and the United States, targeting sophisticated online scams.
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