Description:

Nowadays, the number and complexity of online scams has been increasing with the convenience of data access by Internet. Instead of being anonymous in committing crime, stealing identity from someone has become a very common criminal pattern. Numerous jurisdictions in the globe have started to implement policies to reinforce identity verification in the retail industry such as mandatory sim card purchase registration. The intention was to better regulate SIM card services and combat offenses, as criminals have made use of anonymous pay-as-you-go cards to evade detection. However, the criminals have found a way out of this policy by stealing identity - which implies much more difficult tracking on criminal activity because criminals can still register a sim card with another person’s information. When it comes to commercial trading, the retailer is less capable of verifying the person’s information without advanced technology or legal power.

We would formulate this common online safety issue into problem statements that enable the audience to discuss and brainstorm a way out with design thinking methodology

Participants will delve into the intricacies of digital deception prevalent in the Asia-Pacific context. The session will start with an icebreaker activity, encouraging participants to share their own strategies for staying safe online. A cybersecurity expert will then provide insights into the unique threats faced by individuals and businesses, shedding light on common scams and identity theft methods.