Investor Alert: Beware of Investment Scams on Social Media

In an era of rapid technological advancement, investors can easily access information and investment opportunities through online platforms. However, at the same time, fraudsters are using social media channels such as Facebook, TikTok, and Line to deceive individuals into investing in non-existent assets. These scams often involve misleading advertisements, promises of unrealistic high returns, or impersonation of executives and financial market professionals to gain credibility.

SEC Opens a Hotline for Reporting Investment Scams To combat and prevent investment fraud, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched the Investment Scam Reporting Hotline, allowing the public to report investment scams directly through the following channels:

• 📞 Phone: 1207 ext. 22

• 📧 Email: [email protected]

• 🌐 Website: www.sec.or.th/scamalert

Action Taken Upon Receiving Reports The SEC will investigate and coordinate with relevant authorities to take down fraudulent websites or accounts, typically within 7 minutes to 48 hours. Additionally, the SEC maintains an Investor Alert list, highlighting businesses that require caution. Investors are encouraged to verify the legitimacy of investment firms through SEC Check First or the “SEC Check First” application before making any investment decisions.
 

Required Information for Reporting Scams If you encounter an investment scam, please provide the following details via the SEC’s reporting system:

1. Account names or pages used for fraudulent investment solicitations (e.g., Facebook, TikTok, Line)

2. Contact details such as URLs, QR Codes, or Line IDs

3. Evidence or chat history demonstrating fraudulent claims and misleading advertisements

4. Screenshots of websites or applications involved in fraudulent transactions

Investor Precautions

• Do not believe guarantees of high returns – No investment is 100% risk-free.

• Verify sources before investing – Always check with the SEC.

• If you suspect an investment scam, report it immediately via the SEC’s designated channels.

Let’s work together to prevent fraud and build a safe investment environment.

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