Global Anti-Scam Summit Asia 2026: Opening Keynote and Programme Updates
Thailand's Digital Economy Minister, H.E. Chaichanok Chidchob, will deliver the opening keynote in Bangkok on 10–11 November. Explore the confirmed speakers, programme highlights and registration options, including special pricing for Asia residents.
Global Anti-Scam Summit America 2026: Recordings and Resources Now Available Revisit the Summit in San Francisco with Main Stage video recordings, presentation slides, Breakout Session audio and transcripts, key takeaways and photos.
With theGlobal Anti-Scam Summit Asia 2026 approaching on 10–11 November, preparations are well underway for two days of discussions, workshops and networking at Pullman Bangkok King Power in Bangkok, Thailand.
More than 400 participants have already registered, with a growing line-up of speakers from across the region and beyond.
Among the latest programme highlights, H.E. Chaichanok Chidchob, Thailand's Minister of Digital Economy and Society, will deliver the opening keynote, Thailand's Leadership in Building a Safer Digital Future.
Confirmed speakers include representatives from Amazon, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, AusPayNet, the Bank of Thailand, Gogolook, Google, INTERPOL, Outseer, UNODC and the UK National Crime Agency.
Across two days, the programme will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, breakout sessions, workshops and networking opportunities. Topics will include scam compounds and cross-border enforcement, national anti-scam ecosystems, financial infrastructure disruption, AI-powered detection and the role of telecommunications providers in scam prevention.
Participants can also join GASA Working Group sessions and attend the Scam Fighter Awards.
In-person attendees are invited to join networking drinks on 9 November, from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. ICT, at Pullman Bangkok King Power. This informal gathering offers an opportunity to connect with fellow participants ahead of the main programme.
Exclusive offer for Asia residents:Take advantage of special regional pricing for in-person attendance at the Global Anti-Scam Summit Asia 2026 by selecting the Asia Resident Ticketduring registration.
Other in-person attendees can also benefit from a limited-time 15% discount, while free virtual registration is available for those wishing to follow the Main Stage sessions online.
Inside GASS America 2026: Watch the Sessions and Explore More
The Global Anti-Scam Summit America 2026 brought together more than 1,300 participants in San Francisco and virtually on 2–3 September to examine the changing nature of scams and opportunities for stronger cross-sector cooperation.
The Main Stage video recordings and presentation slides are now available, alongside Breakout Session audio and transcripts, key takeaways, the highlights video and photo gallery.
State of Scams in Denmark 2026: Scam Losses Reach kr10.1 Billion
The State of Scams in Denmark 2026, developed by GASA in collaboration with Punktum dk, estimates that Danish consumers lost kr10.1 billion to scams over the past year.
Based on research involving 2,210 adults, the report found that 74% encountered a scam, up from 67% in 2025. More than half (55%) of those who lost money experienced repeated victimisation, while 62% reported an impact on their mental wellbeing.
State of Scams in the Philippines 2026: Scam Exposure Rises to 84%
The State of Scams in the Philippines 2026, developed by GASA in collaboration with Mastercard and Gogolook, reveals that 84% of Filipino adults encountered a scam in the past year, up from 77% in 2025.
Based on research involving 1,160 adults, the report found that 60% of those exposed interacted with a scammer, while 15% lost money or shared personal information that led to financial loss. Despite widespread exposure, only 4% reported a scam to the authorities.
Mexico Anti-Scam Forum 2026: Turning Collaboration into Action on 14 October
The Mexico Anti-Scam Forum 2026, co-organised with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) and the Financial Intelligence Unit (SHCP–UIF), takes place this week in Mexico City, bringing together approximately 150 participants from government, financial services, technology and other sectors.
Under the theme From Coalition to Action, the Forum will mark the official release of the State of Scams in Mexico 2026 report. The agenda features discussions on cybersecurity, financial intelligence, cross-sector information sharing and international cooperation, with participation from organisations including Mastercard, Microsoft, Nasdaq Verafin, Scotiabank, TikTok, UNODC and the Organization of American States (OAS).
The programme aims to translate cross-sector dialogue into concrete agreements, responsibilities and next steps.
GASA and Iris OnWatch to Host Webinar on Scam Victim Support and Consumer Trust
As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, GASA and Iris OnWatch will host a webinar, Where People Turn When Something Goes Wrong: Trust, Responsibility, and the New Front Line, on 21 October at 1:00 p.m. EDT.
The discussion will explore findings from the State of Scams in the USA 2026 report and how businesses can better protect and support scam victims.
While 82% of American adults encountered a scam in the past year, only 40% of victims who lost money reported it to authorities, compared with 58% who turned to commercial organisations. The discussion will examine what these findings mean for banks, technology platforms and other businesses that consumers turn to for help.
Speakers
Nils Mueller Director - North America Chapter, Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA)
Fin Joins GASA Brazil Chapter to Strengthen Financial Sector Collaboration
GASA welcomes Fin (National Confederation of Financial Institutions) as an Association Organisation of the GASA Brazil Chapter.
Representing different segments of Brazil's financial industry, Fin promotes cooperation between financial institutions, government and civil society. Its involvement will support stronger cross-sector collaboration on scam prevention, fraud disruption and consumer protection across Brazil.
IPQS Partners with GASA to Strengthen Scam Detection on Scam.org
The Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) has partnered with IPQS to integrate its fraud detection technology intoScam.org, helping consumers and businesses identify suspicious online activity and potential scams.
“Through our partnership with the Global Anti-Scam Alliance, we’re bringing IPQS technology to Scam.org to help people recognize online threats before harm is done. By making reliable scam intelligence more accessible, we can give consumers and businesses the confidence to identify suspicious activity, protect themselves, and make safer decisions online.”
GASA Invites Members to Propose Ideas for Its First Multi-Member Research Study
As the scam landscape continues to evolve, there is a growing need for more independent, scientific research into what drives scams, what makes people vulnerable and, most importantly, what actually works to prevent them.
GASA is launching its first Multi-Member Research Study, bringing members together to fund and shape a joint research project. By combining resources, participating organisations can undertake more ambitious and scientifically rigorous research while sharing the costs.
As a first step, GASA is inviting members to propose scientific research questions or projects they believe would strengthen the evidence base on scams. Members can submit up to three suggestions.
Participating organisations will be involved in the scope, methodology, budget and timeline, with opportunities to contribute expertise and data where appropriate and gain early access to the findings.
This initiative is open to GASA members only. Proposals will be gathered ahead of the next stage at the end of October.
Lay the Foundation for a Scam-Free Future: Join GASA Today!
Become a key player in the global effort to eradicate scams and online fraud. By joining the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA), you’ll gain access to cutting-edge intelligence, engage in meaningful collaboration, and contribute to building a safer digital ecosystem.
As a Foundation Member, you’ll help shape the future of scam prevention, protect consumers, and disrupt global fraud networks. Unite with leading organisations like Amazon, Google, Mastercard, TrendLife, and many more to tackle this growing threat. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Get in touch to learn about the exclusive benefits of GASA membership and how you can take action now.
GASA Africa Webinars Explore Scam Trends in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa
Recordings from three GASA Africa Chapter webinars are now available, featuring experts discussing findings from the State of Scams 2026 reports for Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa.
In South Africa, experts examined estimated annual losses of R59.7 billion, the growing sophistication of scams and how technology and cross-sector cooperation can improve detection, reporting and consumer protection.
In Kenya, where 92% of adults encountered a scam in the past year, speakers examined barriers to reporting, earlier intervention and stronger information sharing across sectors.
The Nigeria discussion explored the estimated ₦7.36 trillion lost to scams annually, evolving AI-enabled tactics and the need for more accessible consumer education and faster intelligence sharing.
JPMorganChase Calls for a Stronger National Scam Prevention Strategy in the USA
In a new article, Jennifer Roberts, CEO of Chase Consumer Banking, calls for a coordinated national strategy to combat scams in the United States, highlighting the need for stronger prevention, intelligence sharing and cross-sector cooperation.
Roberts argues that scams increasingly move across digital platforms, telecommunications networks and financial institutions, making it difficult for any single sector to respond effectively.
She also highlights the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) alongside the Aspen Institute's Scam Prevention Initiative as examples of efforts to strengthen cross-sector cooperation against scams.
Avast Safe Tech Report 2026: Gen Z Faces Higher Scam Risks
The Avast Safe Tech Report 2026, based on a survey of 13,003 adults across 12 countries, examines how people encounter, respond to and recover from online scams.
The findings reveal significant generational differences. 33% of Gen Z adults reported being targeted by an online scam in the past year, compared with 28% of Millennials and 17% of Baby Boomers. Gen Z respondents were also more likely to lose money (12%) than Millennials (9%) or Baby Boomers (4%).
The report also explores scam awareness, AI-generated threats and why some victims hesitate to tell others about their experiences.
Malwarebytes Research Reveals How Scammers Target Different Platforms
New research from Malwarebytes, based on global threat data collected between April and July 2026, examines how scammers adapt their tactics across websites, email, text messages, social media and phone calls.
The findings show that nine in ten toll scams arrive through email or text messages, while around six in ten romance scams first appear on social media. The web remains the most common channel for scams overall, followed by email and SMS.
The research also identifies Google, Microsoft, Apple, Roblox and Amazon as the five most impersonated brands, based on reports from Malwarebytes users.
GSMA Report Finds 67% of Indian Scam Victims Recover None of Their Money
The new India Consumer Scam Report 2026 from GSMA highlights persistent challenges in scam reporting and financial recovery.
The research found that 12% of respondents experienced a scam in the past year. Although 86% of victims reported their case to an organisation, one-third of reported cases remained unresolved, while 67% of victims who lost money recovered nothing.
Dutch Investigation Exposes Forced Labour Behind Scam Operations in Cambodia
A new investigation by Dutch current affairs programme Zembla examines how people are forced to carry out online scams from compounds in Cambodia, including operations specifically targeting victims in the Netherlands.
The Dutch-language documentary, De slaven van de scamfabriek (The Slaves of the Scam Factory), features accounts from people lured into scam compounds with false job promises, subjected to abuse and forced to defraud victims using scripts tailored to Dutch targets and Dutch SIM cards.
The investigation highlights the connection between organised online fraud and human trafficking, showing how people forced to carry out scams are themselves victims of criminal exploitation.
GASA is building a global repository of effective and transferable best practices that make fraud and scams more difficult to execute or help prevent harm.
Practitioners and organisations are invited to submit successful initiatives, policies, tools and interventions. Selected submissions may be published on the GASA website to help others learn from and implement proven approaches.
Anyone can submit an example of a best practice – you do not need to be a GASA member.
GASA Working Groups bring members together to contribute their expertise to practical guidance, frameworks, policy input and tools across education, intelligence sharing, enforcement, prevention and intervention, research, and finance.
FBI Operation in Ghana Targets Scam Network Linked to Nearly $10 Million in Losses
TheFBI has reported more than 130 arrests or detentions following an operation targeting a scam compound in Ghana, linked to nearly US$10 million in identified losses and 89 fraud victims. Investigators also seized more than 300 electronic devices.
The operation forms part of Operation Blackout, the FBI's international campaign against scam networks targeting Americans. Those detained include suspected trafficking victims, primarily from Nigeria, who are expected to be repatriated.
The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities expecting the number of identified victims and financial losses to rise.
Police Link Papua New Guinea Scam Centre to Crackdown in Cambodia
Police in Papua New Guinea believe a suspected online scam operation dismantled in Port Moresby had relocated from Cambodia to evade an ongoing crackdown, according to the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP).
The raid led to the rescue of 39 Indonesian workers suspected of being held against their will. Four Chinese nationals have been charged with human trafficking offences, while police continue searching for a fifth suspect.
Bank of Thailand Tightens Merchant Screening Rules to Prevent Payment Fraud
The Bank of Thailand has introduced new Merchant Fraud Management regulations to strengthen safeguards against electronic payment fraud, with the measures published in Thailand's Royal Gazette.
The measures strengthen Know Your Merchant (KYM) requirements for payment service providers, including merchant identity verification, risk assessments and transaction monitoring. They aim to prevent electronic payment channels, including QR payments, from being exploited for fraud and other illegal activities.
Alongside the global GASA newsletter, we also publish chapter-level newsletters to reflect how scams are evolving in different parts of the world.
These editions focus on scam trends, research, policy developments, and cross-sector activity specific to your local context, informed by the work of GASA chapters and partners on the ground.
You can choose the regions most relevant to you and receive updates from Africa, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, North America, Oceania, and Southeast Asia, alongside global updates from GASA.
Tomorrow – The Scale and Impact of $4.4 Trillion in Financial Crime
Nasdaq Verafin will host a webinar re-broadcast examining findings from its 2026 Global Financial Crime Report, which estimates that $4.4 trillion in illicit funds flowed through the global financial system in 2025, including more than half a trillion dollars in fraud losses.
The expert panel will explore the scale of global financial crime, emerging threats and the role of cross-sector cooperation in disrupting criminal networks.
27 October – From Cyberattacks to Scams: How Cybersecurity Protects Businesses and Consumers
The GASA Brazil Chapter will host a Portuguese-language webinar on 27 October, exploring how cyberattacks develop into scams and what businesses can do to detect and prevent fraud before it reaches consumers.
Held during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the session will examine phishing, social engineering, identity theft and financial fraud, with a focus on how technology, intelligence sharing and cooperation with law enforcement can help interrupt the criminal chain.
Speakers
Dr. Alesandro Gonçalves Barreto Civil Police Commissioner and Coordinator of the Cyber Operations Laboratory, Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Brazil
10 December – Research Working Group Explores Automated Scams and the Psychology of Fraud
The next GASA Research Working Group Meeting will take place on 10 December, bringing together GASA members and scientific researchers to explore new findings on automated scam detection and the psychological factors that influence scam vulnerability.
Hosted by Jorij Abraham, Managing Director of GASA, the session will feature two research presentations:
Prof. Olivier Beaudet-Labrecque – Professor and Dean, Institute of Economic Crime Investigation, HES-SO, will present research analysing nearly 100,000 interactions with fraudsters to identify linguistic and behavioural signals that distinguish automated scams from human-led operations.
Dr. Martina Dove – Researcher and author specialising in scam psychology, will share findings from her book The Psychology of Fraud, Persuasion and Scam Techniques, examining how personal characteristics and changing life circumstances influence vulnerability to scams.
The discussion will explore how these findings can inform more effective scam prevention and intervention.
