Why Malaysians Are Still Falling for Online Scams
Why Malaysians Are Still Falling for Online Scams Online scams are no longer a new problem in Malaysia — yet thousands of people still fall victim to them every single day. Despite constant warnings from banks, authorities, and the media, scam losses continue to rise year after year. So the real question isn’t what scams exist anymore, but why Malaysians are still getting trapped by them. One major reason is emotional manipulation. Most scams don’t rely on technology alone; they exploit human feelings like fear, hope, love, and urgency. A phone call claiming to be from the police instantly triggers panic. A message promising quick money taps into financial stress. A romance scam works because it targets loneliness and trust. When emotions take over, logic often takes a back seat — and scammers know this very well. Another key factor is overconfidence. Many Malaysians believe scams only happen to the elderly or the “blur” ones. In reality, professionals, business owners, and even t...
