Cybercrime Ecosystem in Southeast Asia
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) published a report in April 2025, indicating that Southeast Asia has developed a well-organized and professionalized cybercrime ecosystem, with annual revenues of nearly 40 billion USD. Specific areas such as Casinos and anonymous payment networks play a crucial role in this system.
Fraud gangs have rapidly expanded their operations to Africa, the Middle East, the United States, and many other regions. Using blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, and underground financial systems, they conduct global money laundering and fraud activities. Platforms like Huione Guarantee have become transnational black industry infrastructure, receiving over 24 billion USD in cryptocurrency funds.
The report emphasizes the importance of governments worldwide strengthening cross-border surveillance and cooperation to prevent the spread of this international cybercrime system. Improving security measures is not only an urgent requirement but also a shared responsibility to protect the global economy.
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