Mumbai: Cambodia Emerging as a Cybercrime Hub, 24 Indians Arrested in Online Fraud Cases – www.lokmattimes.com

Summary: Cambodia has emerged as a key hub for cybercrime, particularly involving Chinese cybercriminals who orchestrate online scams targeting Indian citizens. Recent arrests have revealed a network of Indian accomplices collaborating with these gangs, facilitating financial fraud by providing bank account details in exchange for commissions. Authorities have conducted multiple operations, leading to numerous arrests and the seizure of luxury assets.

Affected: Indian citizens and Indian law enforcement agencies

Keypoints:

• Chinese cybercriminals use Cambodia as a base for defrauding Indian citizens through online scams.
• Indian accomplices are arrested for supplying bank account details to cyber mafias based in Cambodia.
• Youths are being exploited by Chinese-run call centers in Cambodia, coerced into participating in scams.
• Investigations have revealed extensive operations involving cryptocurrency for money laundering.
• Multiple law enforcement agencies across India are involved in addressing and investigating these cybercrimes.