The Big Story: Singapore’s toughest move yet? Will caning deter scams here?

From phishing texts to fake job offers, scams have quietly drained billions from Singapore over the years. Now, the response is anything but quiet.  A sweeping new law introduces caning for scammers and money mules, a dramatic escalation in the fight against digital crime.  But as Parliament turns up the heat, questions emerge: will harsher punishment truly deter scams  or does this mark a new chapter in Singapore’s justice system? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Mark Yeo, Director, Fortress Law Corporation, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.