Singapore may soon be the first in the world to give the police powers to control the bank accounts of stubborn scam victims.

Proposed new laws could give police more powers to stop scam victims from sending money to scammers through their banks, especially if victims refuse to believe they are being scammed.

With the scam situation in Singapore worsening over the years, is this measure simply too drastic or a step in the right direction?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with David Sun, Crime Correspondent at The Straits Times to find out. 

Read more of this article at The Straits Times. 

Singapore may soon be the first in the world to give the police powers to control the bank accounts of stubborn scam victims.
Proposed new laws could give police more powers to stop scam victims from sending money to scammers through their banks, especially if victims refuse to believe they are being scammed.
With the scam situation in Singapore worsening over the years, is this measure simply too drastic or a step in the right direction? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with David Sun, Crime Correspondent at The Straits Times to find out.  Read more of this article at <a href="https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/singapore-proposes-laws-to-stop-stubborn-scam-victims-from-sending-money-to-syndicates">The Straits Times</a>.

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Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

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