Latest news with #ScamFreeMalaysia2025
Malaysiakini
3 days ago
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Too good to be true? Here's how to check before you click
You are scrolling through your phone on a lazy Sunday, half-watching a drama, half-looking at job ads, when something catches your eye: 'Earn RM500 a day from home, no experience needed.' Or maybe it is a 'limited-time investment opportunity' that promises big returns. It sounds perfect, almost too perfect. But what if it is real? Here is the hard truth. If something feels too good to be true, it probably is. But what if you did not have to second-guess every message, every post, and every email? What if you had an AI-powered friend who could tell you instantly if that tempting offer is real, or just a clever scam in disguise? Meet Whoscall's newly launched Content Checker, a game-changer for anyone who has ever stared at a message and wondered, 'Is this a scam?' Your Scam Shield in a Tap The Content Checker is not just another tool. It is a smart, AI-powered feature that works like your personal scam detective. It scans job ads, investment tips, fake notifications, and promotional offers to spot anything suspicious. The Content Checker is powered by Whoscall's trusted scam database and cutting-edge language models. It instantly analyzes suspicious messages and helps you figure out if what you're seeing is a scam. This AI-powered feature is trained to recognize scam patterns based on: Scam numbers and domains Message structure and keywords Ongoing scam trends and tactics With every upload, you'll receive a detailed risk assessment—Safe. Suspicious. Or Scam, so you can decide what's safe and what's not. It is that simple, and that powerful. Here is how it works: Take a screenshot Upload it to the Whoscall app 'Check' button Get a risk check in seconds More Than Just a Screenshot. Your All-in-One Scam Protection The Content Checker is just one part of Whoscall's complete safety suite. Approved by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Whoscall is designed to protect you across every channel and help build a safer digital space for all Malaysians. Here is what else Whoscall offers: Caller ID Service - helps you identify unknown callers so you can avoid spam or harassment calls. SMS Filter - detects and blocks spam SMS messages, including those sneaky phishing links. ID Security Check - scans for personal data breaches with a single tap, helping you protect your information before it is too late. Auto Web Checker (Premium) – Scan unfamiliar links before you click to avoid phishing scams. Smart SMS Assistant (Premium) – Automatically filters high-risk messages to protect your inbox. Auto-Update Number Database (Premium) - keeps you protected from evolving scams by refreshing its database regularly. You will know exactly who is on the other end of the line, with no hassle. Whoscall is not just about reacting to scams, it is about staying one step ahead. Your Chance to Access Full Scam Protection for Free Right now, Whoscall is running the Scam Free Malaysia 2025 campaign, a nationwide initiative to help Malaysians spot scams and protect themselves. In partnership with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and support from J&T Express Malaysia, Whoscall is giving away one million free one-year Whoscall Premium subscriptions to help Malaysians stay safe online. This is your chance to get full access to Whoscall Premium for free, so you can stay protected 24/7. With Premium, you get: Real-time scam alerts An auto-updated scam number database An ad-free experience for total peace of mind Just download Whoscall and redeem the code PDRMLawanScams at before 31 August 2025. Let's take action together. Check your messages, protect your loved ones, and help build a safer digital community for all. Together, let's create a safer, scam-free Malaysia. This content is provided by Whoscall. The views expressed here are those of the author/contributor and do not necessarily represent the views of Malaysiakini. Interested in having your announcements on Malaysiakini? Contact the announcements team at [email protected] or WhatsApp on +60 17-323 0707 for urgent matters.
Malaysian Reserve
22-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Whoscall anti-scam campaign returns after 2024 success
by AZALEA AZUAR CALLER ID and spam blocking app Whoscall has launched its nationwide anti-scam initiative Scam Free Malaysia 2025. The campaign returns after having shown progress in reducing scam calls across the country. The app has again partnered the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), with J&T Express Malaysia coming on board to support this year's campaign. These parties aim to provide Malaysians with one million free one-year Whoscall Premium subscriptions to enhance digital safety and increase scam awareness. Data from Whoscall indicated that total scam calls have declined by 7.6% from January to April 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, indicating the effectiveness of public awareness and collaborative prevention efforts. Trust tech company Gogolook is behind the Whoscall app which delivers a 360-degree anti-scam solution that evolves with technology to stay ahead of scammers. The app also provides advanced tools for detecting digital threats, including Content Checker for screenshot detection, Auto-web Checker for real-time flagging of malicious URLs, and ID Security Check for alerting users of potential data breaches involving their phone numbers. Gogolook Malaysia country marketing lead Woon Chin Yong said scammers are becoming more advanced every day, therefore Whoscall is providing Malaysians with artificial intelligence (AI) tools to detect scams. The partnership with PDRM enhances real-time detection through a shared scam database, while J&T Express expands public outreach. 'In today's digital world, downloading Whoscall is no longer optional. It is a vital step for staying safe online,' she said in a statement. Meanwhile, J&T Express as a partner will help to raise awareness through its active promotion across its website, social media and internal channels. J&T Express public affairs manager Jacky Hu expressed concerns in safeguarding the interests of customers, business partners and employees. 'With scams increasingly targeting both individuals and businesses, we recognise the importance of taking proactive steps to raise awareness and protect our community. 'This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering a safe, secure environment and strengthening our collective resilience,' he said. Malaysians can redeem a free One-Year Whoscall Premium subscription by Aug 31, 2025, using the promo code 'PDRMLawanScams' on This subscription offers an Auto-update Scam Number Database, real-time scam alerts and an ad-free experience which ensures a safer online environment.
Malaysiakini
22-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysiakini
7.6% drop in scam calls spurs expanded national effort as PDRM and Whoscall target 1 million more Malaysians
Following early signs of progress in reducing scam calls across Malaysia, Whoscall is proud to announce the return of its nationwide anti-scam initiative, Scam Free Malaysia 2025, in continued partnership with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). This year's campaign gains further strength with J&T Express Malaysia joining as a supporting partner. Together, the organisations aim to distribute 1 million free one-year Whoscall Premium subscriptions to Malaysians, reinforcing digital safety and rising scam awareness across the country. According to Whoscall data, total scam-tagged calls dropped by 7.6% from January to April 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, a sign that public awareness and collaborative prevention efforts are beginning to pay off. This positive trend is further motivation for Whoscall and its partners to step up their efforts and maintain momentum. Whoscall, a mobile anti-scam app endorsed by PDRM, delivers a 360° anti-scam solution that evolves with technology to stay ahead of scammers. Beyond identifying unknown calls and blocking spam, the app offers advanced tools designed for today's digital threats. Its newly introduced Content Checker instantly detects threats from screenshots, while Auto-Web Checker flags malicious URLs in real-time to help users avoid phishing links. The ID Security Check also alerts users of potential data breaches involving their phone numbers, enabling quick, preventive action. "This campaign is more than a giveaway - it's a movement," said Woon Chin Yong, Country Marketing Lead of Gogolook in Malaysia. "Scammers are becoming more advanced by the day, and so must our defenses. Whoscall equips Malaysians with AI-driven tools to detect scams in ways even the human eye can't - from Content Checker to Auto-Web Checker to live scam alerts, users can CHECK-ALL with just one click. Whoscall's latest feature, the AI-Powered Content Checker, allows users to instantly check if they are dealing with a scam with just a screenshot. In addition to identifying the scam, the feature provides a detailed explanation of why it's a scam and whether there are related news articles or reports that could help users explain the situation to others. Our long-standing partnership with PDRM allows us to strengthen real-time detection through a shared scam database from PDRM CCID Semak Mule, while the addition of J&T Express Malaysia expands public outreach. In today's digital world, downloading Whoscall is no longer optional. It's a vital step for staying safe online." J&T Express Malaysia, one of the nation's leading logistics providers, has come on board as a supporting partner in Scam Free Malaysia 2025, expanding the campaign's reach and enhancing scam awareness. The logistics giant will actively promote the initiative across its website, social media, and internal channels. "At J&T, we are deeply committed to safeguarding the interests of our customers, business partners, and employees. With scams increasingly targeting both individuals and businesses, we recognize the importance of taking proactive steps to raise awareness and protect our community. By supporting this campaign, we aim to inform the public about the risks through our channels and provide actionable guidance to help prevent such scams. This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering a safe, secure environment and strengthening our collective resilience," said Jacky Hu, Public Affairs Manager of J&T Express Malaysia. To redeem the free One-Year Whoscall Premium subscription, Malaysians simply need to download the Whoscall app and enter the promo code PDRMLawanScams on by 31 August 2025. By redeeming the free one-year Whoscall Premium, Malaysians can also enjoy the Auto-Update Scam Number Database, which keeps scam and spam records constantly refreshed to block threats automatically, along with real time scam alerts and a completely ad-free experience for greater peace of mind. Stay informed through and Together, let's create a safer, Scam Free Malaysia! This content is provided by Whoscall. The views expressed here are those of the author/contributor and do not necessarily represent the views of Malaysiakini. Interested in having your announcements on Malaysiakini? Contact the announcements team at [email protected] or WhatsApp on +60 17-323 0707 for urgent matters.
