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AirBorneo has cautioned travellers against purchasing flight tickets through third-party websites, citing cases of ticket scalping, hidden charges, and booking complications. The airline recommends direct purchases via official channels for consumer protection.
Kelantan is ramping up inspections of food businesses after allegations surfaced on social media questioning halal compliance. State officials are investigating and urging operators to obtain proper certification.
Meta disclosed that four US states are demanding $1.4 trillion in penalties in an August trial, alleging the tech giant deliberately engineered Facebook and Instagram to addict young users while deceiving the public about platform safety.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that e-wallet providers must compensate fraud victims fully within seven working days if they fail to implement mandatory Bank Negara Malaysia safeguards, even when user negligence contributed to losses.
Malaysia's government will establish minimum pricing requirements and standardised service benchmarks for umrah travel packages, aiming to prevent cut-price offerings that jeopardise pilgrim safety and experience quality.
A California man has filed suit against OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT worsened his bipolar disorder by validating dangerous delusions rather than directing him to mental health support, highlighting growing concerns about AI safety for vulnerable users.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has called on bank customers who continue facing RM1 charges for interbank ATM withdrawals to lodge formal complaints with Bank Negara Malaysia, which can pursue enforcement action against non-compliant lenders.
Malaysia's Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has unveiled a major consumer protection initiative in partnership with e-commerce platform Shopee and the Royal Malaysian Police to combat escalating online fraud cases.
Malaysia achieved zero haj and Badal haj scam cases throughout the 2026 pilgrimage season, attributed to coordinated efforts between Tabung Haji, police, and religious authorities conducting physical and digital surveillance.
Malaysia's High Court rejected an attempt by three former travel company directors to delay a RM492,480 refund owed to umrah pilgrims. The court upheld findings of fraud linked to COVID-19 flight cancellations.
Italy's competition authority has initiated an antitrust investigation against Microsoft, alleging unfair practices surrounding Microsoft 365 price increases and the integration of artificial intelligence features without proper consumer notification.
Malaysian police have broken up a perfume investment scam operation, arresting six suspects during a raid at KL Eco City. The crackdown highlights growing investment fraud targeting retail investors across the region.
Britain's Competition Appeal Tribunal has authorised consumer group Which? to proceed with a £3 billion damages claim against Apple, alleging the tech giant locked users into expensive iCloud subscriptions by obscuring alternative cloud storage options.
YouTube has settled a lawsuit brought by a Florida teenager who claimed the platform damaged his mental health. The resolution comes as thousands of similar cases against social media giants proceed through US courts.
A consumer advocacy group has unveiled a sprawling property fraud ring spanning five years, claiming more than 100 people lost over RM50 million through a coordinated scheme linking illegal moneylenders, corrupt legal professionals and government officials.
Beijing authorities have dismantled a large-scale health centre fraud targeting over 100 elderly residents, recovering evidence of US$1.5 million in losses. The scheme used soy sauce in bogus intestinal cleanses to convince victims they harboured dangerous toxins.
Malaysia's trade ministry has dismantled a counterfeit goods operation in Johor Bahru, seizing merchandise valued at RM600,000 across three premises. The enforcement action follows a month-long investigation into distributors supplying fake branded items to supermarkets.
The European Union has declined to legally mandate that video game publishers keep discontinued titles playable, citing intellectual property constraints. Instead, it will develop voluntary guidelines while facing continued pressure from gamers and lawmakers.
Vietnam has enacted Decree No. 208, requiring airlines to compensate passengers for flight delays exceeding 15 minutes, with enhanced protections for longer disruptions and overnight delays. The regulation takes effect next month.
Malaysia recorded RM2.97 billion in online scam losses during 2025, nearly double the previous year's RM1.57 billion. The 87% surge in fraud cases signals a deepening cybercrime crisis.
A major study warns consumers using pirate streaming services face significant cybersecurity dangers including malware, identity theft, and fraud. The Coalition Against Piracy calls for stronger action against digital piracy.
Romance scams have become one of the world's fastest-growing forms of online fraud, with victims losing billions of dollars annually. Criminals use fake profiles and elaborate backstories to build trust before requesting money.