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UN Says Asian Cybercrime Cartels Are Rising

October 9, 2024
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UN Says Asian Cybercrime Cartels Are Rising

A recent report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has raised alarm bells about the rapid rise of cybercrime syndicates in Southeast Asia. These sophisticated criminal organizations have evolved to form powerful networks that collaborate with human traffickers, money launderers, and cryptocurrency services. The report estimates that victims of scams and hacking incidents in the region lost between $18 billion and $37 billion in 2023 alone. The findings underscore the alarming trend of cybercrime becoming an integral part of a larger ecosystem of organized crime, leveraging advanced technologies to conduct increasingly complex and hard-to-detect operations.

According to Masood Karimipour, the U.N. regional representative for Southeast Asia and the Pacific, these criminal groups have developed a “criminal service economy” that is difficult for law enforcement to penetrate. Many of these syndicates have transitioned from operating in makeshift settings to fortified compounds equipped with advanced surveillance, armed guards, and a range of illicit businesses, including unregulated casinos and illegal online gambling platforms. The report indicates that the growth of this infrastructure reflects the significant profits being generated, often in areas with little to no effective law enforcement presence.

The report highlights a troubling trend of cybercriminals utilizing the same remote, fortified locations as traditional drug traffickers, particularly in regions like the Golden Triangle, which spans parts of Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos. The deep ties between these criminal activities enable syndicates to exploit thousands of trafficked workers, forcing them to engage in online scams while remaining insulated from government intervention. Last year, the U.N. Human Rights Office estimated that around 120,000 people in Myanmar and 100,000 in Cambodia were held against their will in scam centers.

Moreover, the UN report raises concerns about the increasing integration of advanced technologies into cybercrime operations, particularly the use of generative artificial intelligence and deepfake technologies. This trend has reportedly surged by 600% in 2024, making it easier for less-skilled criminal networks to participate in sophisticated cyber-enabled fraud. John Wojcik, a U.N. regional analyst, emphasized that the combination of these technologies with traditional crime methods represents a significant escalation in the capabilities of these syndicates. As cybercrime continues to evolve, the report warns that regional and global efforts to combat these threats must adapt to the changing landscape to effectively address the challenges posed by these powerful criminal organizations.

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  • UN Warns of Rising Threat from Asian Cybercrime Cartels Engaging in Global Crimes
Tags: AsiaCyber NewsCyber News 2024Cyber securityCyber threatsCybercrimeOctober 2024Southeast AsiaUnited nations
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