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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 19 MIN

#TalkBack: 217 being investigated as scammers – why do some think it’s ok?

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217 people are under investigation for suspected involvement in scam operations that have cost victims over S$7.6 million. From job and investment scams to impersonations of government officials, the cases span all types and cut across every demographic. Daniel Martin speaks with Benjamin Ang, Senior Fellow and Head of the Centre of Excellence for National Security, as well as Head of Digital Impact Research at RSIS.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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