EU plans tougher social media limits for children under 13
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026
The European Union is preparing new age-based rules to restrict children’s access to social media and other online platforms, aiming to reduce digital risks and protect young users.
Thailand leads 11-country push against call-centre trafficking networks
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Law enforcement agencies from 11 countries meet in Chanthaburi to strengthen cross-border action against scam syndicates and human-trafficking networks.
Thailand targets transnational crime with SHIELD and AI tourist safety push
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Thailand is upgrading its SHIELD big-data platform and AI-powered IBOC system to tackle call-centre scams, human trafficking, cybercrime and security risks in tourist areas, with Koh Samet chosen as a Smart Safety Zone pilot.
Thailand Consumers Council sues Facebook over scam adverts and lack of victim redress
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
The Thailand Consumers Council has filed a lawsuit against Meta, accusing Facebook of allowing scam adverts and online fraud to spread while failing to protect or compensate victims.
Laos hands over 106 Thais linked to scam-gang crackdown
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026
Lao authorities have handed over 106 Thais arrested in Bolikhamxay province as part of a nationwide crackdown on call-centre scams and illegal online gambling networks.
Thailand tightens digital ad rules with mandatory KYC to curb cross-border scams
SATURDAY, MAY 09, 2026
Thailand will require identity verification before online ads can be placed, in a major move to stop cross-border scammers from targeting Thai consumers.