From phishing texts to fake job offers, scams have quietly drained billions from Singapore over the years. Now, the response is anything but quiet. 

A sweeping new law introduces caning for scammers and money mules, a dramatic escalation in the fight against digital crime. 

But as Parliament turns up the heat, questions emerge: will harsher punishment truly deter scams  or does this mark a new chapter in Singapore’s justice system?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Mark Yeo, Director, Fortress Law Corporation, to find out more. 

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