Illegal cross-border internet link to Myanmar scam centres shut down

10 Sept 14:55 Key points summarised by AI

Thai cybercrime officers and telecom regulators, in collaboration with True Corporation, shut down a company in Mae Sot district for illegally supplying internet signals to scam centers in Myanmar.
True Corporation's network monitoring detected an atypical surge in internet usage, leading to an investigation that uncovered illegally installed equipment transmitting signals across the border.
The operation targeted scam hubs in Myanmar's Myawaddy province, which have previously been linked to Chinese-run call center syndicates defrauding victims in Thailand and other regions.

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.