Chinese-run call centre uses SIP trunk solution to dupe potential victims

13 Sept 14:23 Key points summarised by AI

Thai cybercrime officers dismantled a Chinese-run call centre gang responsible for over 700 million fake calls and 1 million deceptive messages in six months.
The syndicate leveraged SIP trunk technology and 02-prefix phone numbers, subscribed by three Chinese firms, to trick victims into believing calls were local, despite originating from neighboring countries.
Ten individuals were arrested and charged with public fraud, money laundering, and organized crime, with warrants out for 14 more suspects, including Chinese executives who never entered Thailand.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.