The latest scams targeting Cambodian consumers — verified by FSA, ranked by severity, and explained in plain language. Subscribe to get them delivered to your phone.
A fraudulent mobile app posing as a registered investment platform is targeting Telegram users with promises of 30% monthly returns. So far 14 victims in Phnom Penh have lost a combined $28,400 USD. The app is not licensed by FSA. Do not download or transfer funds.
Fraudulent app promising 30% monthly returns. Has drained 14 users' accounts via fake VIP program targeting Telegram groups.
Texts claiming your account is locked, with a link to a fake bank login page. Steals credentials and OTP within seconds.
Callers claim you've been approved for a 10M KHR loan from a real bank, but require a 200K KHR "processing fee" upfront.
"KhmerCoinX" is recruiting via TikTok with promises of guaranteed yields. Not licensed in Cambodia. No withdrawals processed.
"Recruiters" via Facebook ask for NID photo, address, and bank details before any interview. Used to open fraudulent accounts.
Long-running chat partners on dating apps eventually request loans for "business emergencies" overseas. None repaid.
"Act now or lose this opportunity." Real banks and regulators never rush you. Pause and verify.
Legit lenders deduct fees from the loan. If you're asked to pay first, it's almost always a scam.
"30% per month risk-free" doesn't exist. Real investments fluctuate; guarantees are red flags.
Banks contact you from official numbers and domains. Misspelled URLs and odd country codes are warnings.
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