Police seize nearly 30,000 SIM cards believed to be used by call centre gangs

13 Sept 09:46 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police, led by the Technology Crime Suppression Division, seized nearly 30,000 SIM cards during recent raids in Bangkok and Nonthaburi Province.
The seized SIM cards are suspected of being used by call centre scam gangs to defraud victims by impersonating officials and coercing personal and financial information.
Authorities warn that individuals who sell or purchase SIM cards on behalf of scammers may face prosecution as accessories to these crimes.
Call centre gangs, often financed by Chinese nationals, utilize these cards to trick victims into providing sensitive data, subsequently hacking bank accounts or luring money transfers.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.