Malaysia has recorded a staggering RM2.97 billion in losses due to online scams in 2025. Inspector-General of Police Khalid Ismail reported that fraud cases saw a significant increase of 87% over the past year. The police chief specifically identified phone scams as the primary threat to the public. This sharp rise in criminal activity highlights a growing vulnerability in digital security. Authorities are now focusing on the prevalence of these fraudulent phone calls. The scale of the financial loss underscores the severity of the current crisis. Efforts to combat these evolving cyber threats remain a priority for law enforcement.