The UN is reporting that organized cybercrime groups originating from Asia are spreading scams across the rest of the globe. For several years, scam centers located in Southeast Asia have stolen billions of dollars from victims. Now, their actions are reported to be expanding farther, reaching Africa and Latin America. The groups are attempting to operate in more remote areas, where law enforcement are less prepared to respond. The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) estimates that these scam centers generate around $40 billion annually. 

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