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A consultant lost RM690,500 to an online investment scam in November, Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said. Photo for illustrative purposes only - 123RF

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On the X platform today, Maybank said that some transactions may take longer than usual or are temporarily unavailable.

This chemical rush is why many feel happier or more in charge after buying something, even when it may not be financially wise. But the emotional relief is short-lived and today the forces driving impulse buying are stronger than ever. -Photo: Canva

As the regulator, BNM assesses whether financial institutions have treated customers fairly and applied risk-based controls proportionately.

Investigations found that the scam syndicates typically use social media and instant messaging applications, offering part-time jobs that promise quick and high earnings before asking victims to make advance payments into mule accounts. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attends the 5th Asean – Australia Summit at the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur on Oct 28, 2025. - (Photo by Chalinee Thirasupa / AFP)

A private company manager lost more than RM2.54 million after falling victim to a phone scam syndicate that falsely accused him of involvement in criminal activities in an incident here recently. Photo for illustrative purposes only: Canva.

Malaysia’s gig economy performed better in 2025 than in 2024, buoyed by positive economic momentum and supportive policy measures, but the highlight is undeniably the passing of the Gig Workers Bill 2025. Bernama FILE PIX

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