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The Star
4 days ago
- The Star
Johor engineer cheated of RM160,000 in non-existent investment scheme
KULAI: An engineer has fallen victim to a fraudulent investment scheme, losing more than RM160,000 of his savings to a syndicate promoting a non-existent stock trading platform that promised lucrative returns. Kulai OCPD Asst Comm Tan Seng Lee said the 30-year-old male victim lodged a police report on Tuesday (May 27) after realising he had been duped. 'The victim was lured by a scheme that promised returns of between 8% and 20% within just seven days. The suspect claimed that profits from the investment would be credited into the victim's account via an app called P3-DMA,' he said here on Wednesday (May 28). ACP Tan added the victim, enticed by the potential gains, then proceeded to make 11 transactions between April 3 and May 22 this year, transferring a total of RM169,500 into a local bank account believed to be linked to the syndicate. He said the victim later checked his P3-DMA account and saw a balance showing an alleged return of more than RM422,000. 'When he tried to withdraw the so-called profits, the suspect demanded an additional payment of RM80,000 in order to process the withdrawal. 'It was at this point the victim suspected he had been scammed and came forward to file a report,' he said, adding that the case was being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code. ACP Tan urged the public to exercise caution when offered investment opportunities that promise unrealistically high returns in a short period of time. 'We advise the public to verify the legitimacy of investment schemes and use official online services provided by the police commercial crime investigation department, such as the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC), CCID Infoline, and Semak Mule. 'Information on the latest scams is also regularly updated on the official Royal Malaysia Police Facebook page,' he added.
Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Al Etihad
Landmark Cospas-Sarsat meeting begins in Abu Dhabi
28 May 2025 00:33 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)Demonstrating its commitment to saving lives and advancing global rescue operations, the UAE opened the 39th International Meeting of the Cospas-Sarsat Programme on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi. The event, which runs through June 5, brings together more than 200 experts from 45 meeting - hosted for the first time in the UAE - was organised by the National Guard and the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Saleh Mohammed bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard.'This gathering stands as a testament to the UAE's visionary leadership in fostering global partnerships and sharing expertise, ultimately contributing to saving lives and strengthening emergency response systems in line with the highest international standards,' said Brigadier Rashid Al Naqbi, Director General of the NRSC, in his opening Knox, Head of the Cospas-Sarsat Delegation and Chairman of the 39th Joint Committee Meeting, called the UAE meetings a significant milestone. 'These annual meetings form a cornerstone in strengthening the global search-and-rescue framework. They provide a vital platform for coordination, knowledge exchange, and evaluation of emerging technologies and methodologies,' Knox said. 'We anticipate outcomes that will directly enhance the efficiency of lifesaving operations worldwide, increasing the speed and accuracy of responses,' he added. What is Cospas-Sarsat?Founded in 1982, Cospas-Sarsat is a global humanitarian programme that has saved more than 66,000 lives so far. 'It is a free, global system operating 24/7 via satellites, offering rapid and accurate location of distress signals anywhere in the world,' Saif Al Kaabi, Training and Exercises Section Head at the (NSRC), told Aletihad. Modern tools such as AI and drones are revolutionising rescue efforts, and the UAE is taking the lead, Al Kaabi the country joined the Cospas-Sarsat programme in 2009, it has grown into a major player deploying new technologies, including nine ground stations, AI-powered distress signal analysis, as well as a fleet of AW139 helicopters across five using advanced technology, UAE teams are able to locate missing people faster and reduce the hazards for the squads on the ground, Al Kaabi said, highlighting the importance of real-time data analytics. In 2024 until the first quarter of 2025, the NSRC has carried out more than 1,200 search-and-rescue operations within the UAE and beyond, solidifying the country's humanitarian leadership. 'We aim to support countries affected by disasters through partnerships and rapid-response tech,' Al Kaabi said. Despite the innovations in search and rescue, gaps and challenges remain, especially when it comes to reaching remote areas and standardising capabilities. 'That is why meetings like these are vital - for sharing expertise and improving global coordination,' the NSRC official said. On the meeting's first day, several closed events tackled key issues such as improving satellite alert systems, data-sharing processes, and enhancing collaborative international agencies.
Sharjah 24
4 days ago
- Science
- Sharjah 24
First COSPAS-SARSAT joint committee meeting held in UAE
The 39th COSPAS-SARSAT Joint Committee Meeting has begun in Abu Dhabi, hosted for the first time by the UAE. Organised by the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC), the event runs from May 27 to June 5, 2025, gathering over 200 international experts. The meeting aims to enhance global cooperation in satellite-based search and rescue efforts, with participation from over 45 countries and major international organisations such as ICAO, IMO, and ITU. Through the COSPAS-SARSAT programme, the UAE is playing a proactive role in building strategic partnerships and sharing expertise to support global humanitarian and life-saving missions. Bertoia said the committee would discuss integrating the MEOSAR satellite system, which supports navigation systems like GPS, Galileo, and BeiDou, into COSPAS-SARSAT operations. She added that they plan to introduce two-way communication with distress beacons, allowing users to exchange signals with rescue coordination centres. Bertoia praised the UAE's support, stating that the country's facilities are enabling an efficient and productive meeting focused on advancing life-saving technologies. She noted the UAE's proposal to incorporate AI in search and rescue efforts and expressed the organisation's interest in learning more and potentially integrating these technologies into COSPAS-SARSAT's operations. The meeting is expected to yield significant results that will enhance international coordination and support technological capabilities in emergency response.
ARN News Center
4 days ago
- Science
- ARN News Center
UAE hosts global satellite-based search and rescue meeting
Organised by the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) of the National Guard, the event will run until June 5 under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Saleh Mohammed bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard. Hosting the event for the first time, it will see the participation of more than 200 experts from 45 countries, including representatives from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). In his opening remarks, Colonel Staff Pilot Rashed Al Naqbi, Manager of NSRC, emphasised the UAE's commitment to fostering strategic partnerships and exchanging expertise with international entities to save lives and enhance response times and accuracy. Allan Knox, Head of the Cospas-Sarsat delegation and Chair of the 39th Joint Committee Meeting, expressed confidence that the outcomes of the meeting would contribute to the development of global rescue services and help save more lives. What is COSPAS-SARSAT COSPAS-SARSAT facilitates the detection and transmission of distress signals via satellite to ensure rapid and effective life-saving interventions. Since its inception in 1982, the programme has contributed to saving more than 66,000 lives worldwide. The UAE joined COSPAS-SARSAT in 2009 and has since taken an active role in shaping its mission, incorporating world-class standards and pioneering technologies in search and rescue operations. The NSRC manages nine advanced ground stations and a 24|7 coordination hub. The centre has conducted over 1,200 operations between 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, including land and sea rescues, airborne evacuations and rapid responses to distress signals. Its fleet of AW139 helicopters, equipped with night vision and thermal imaging, is deployed across five zones in the UAE. The centre also monitors key maritime and terrestrial distress frequencies, ensuring rapid and coordinated responses. In alignment with the UAE's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, the NSRC integrates AI technologies to analyse distress signals in real time, further reducing response times and enhancing accuracy. Innovations such as the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) and AI-driven platforms have contributed to positioning the UAE at the forefront of next-generation emergency response.
Dubai Eye
4 days ago
- Science
- Dubai Eye
UAE hosts global satellite-based search and rescue meeting
Organised by the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) of the National Guard, the event will run until June 5 under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Saleh Mohammed bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard. Hosting the event for the first time, it will see the participation of more than 200 experts from 45 countries, including representatives from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). In his opening remarks, Colonel Staff Pilot Rashed Al Naqbi, Manager of NSRC, emphasised the UAE's commitment to fostering strategic partnerships and exchanging expertise with international entities to save lives and enhance response times and accuracy. Allan Knox, Head of the Cospas-Sarsat delegation and Chair of the 39th Joint Committee Meeting, expressed confidence that the outcomes of the meeting would contribute to the development of global rescue services and help save more lives. What is COSPAS-SARSAT COSPAS-SARSAT facilitates the detection and transmission of distress signals via satellite to ensure rapid and effective life-saving interventions. Since its inception in 1982, the programme has contributed to saving more than 66,000 lives worldwide. The UAE joined COSPAS-SARSAT in 2009 and has since taken an active role in shaping its mission, incorporating world-class standards and pioneering technologies in search and rescue operations. The NSRC manages nine advanced ground stations and a 24|7 coordination hub. The centre has conducted over 1,200 operations between 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, including land and sea rescues, airborne evacuations and rapid responses to distress signals. Its fleet of AW139 helicopters, equipped with night vision and thermal imaging, is deployed across five zones in the UAE. The centre also monitors key maritime and terrestrial distress frequencies, ensuring rapid and coordinated responses. In alignment with the UAE's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, the NSRC integrates AI technologies to analyse distress signals in real time, further reducing response times and enhancing accuracy. Innovations such as the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) and AI-driven platforms have contributed to positioning the UAE at the forefront of next-generation emergency response.
