04/03/2026
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil recently reminded the public of one simple but powerful action: call 997 immediately if you suspect a scam. The number connects victims directly to the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC), which now operates 24 hours a day to coordinate responses between banks, law enforcement and financial regulators.
Online scams are no longer rare incidents in Malaysia—they are practically part of our daily news cycle. From fake investment schemes to phishing links and impersonation calls, scammers are becoming faster, smarter and more aggressive. That is why the government is now urging Malaysians to act jus...
