KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The Communications Ministry is studying the feasibility of requiring messaging platform WhatsApp to verify the identities and telephone numbers linked to each account to curb online scam activities.
Govt Studying Feasibility Of Mandatory Whatsapp Account Verification To Curb Online Scams – Fahmi
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Malaysia's Communications Ministry is evaluating mandatory identity and phone number verification for WhatsApp accounts to combat rising online scams. Minister Fahmi Fadzil stated this follows increased misuse by scam syndicates and aligns with international discussions.
- Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the proposal addresses increased misuse of WhatsApp by scam syndicates.
- Police recently arrested 61 suspects for impersonating MCMC personnel in scam cases.
- MCMC and the Ministry do not call the public regarding outstanding telephone bills or enforcement.
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