About this event
Hannah Arendt’s concept of the “banality of evil” shows that wrongdoing is often committed by ordinary individuals who normalize it. In the same way, scams don’t spread only through one “big” scheme—they multiply through repeated acts, like a virus transmitted in small doses.
This April, we will examine the rise of online gambling–related scams driven by a faction of scam compounds across Southeast Asia, and explore best practices from selected regulators around the world.
This session brings together regulators, law enforcement, and experts to share best practices, improve cross-border coordination, and discuss practical strategies to prevent harm, protect communities, and disrupt scam operations.
✨ What to Expect:
- Welcome & Introduction by GASA APAC
- Overview of Common online gambling–related scams in Southeast Asia and current efforts to combat them by Interpol
- Regulators’ Session: Presentation and panel discussion with two (2) gambling regulators
- Q&A
Hosted by
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Team member
Brian Hanley APAC Director @ GASAT
Brian D. Hanley has 25+ years of experience across Asia-Pacific. He leads APAC efforts at the Global Anti-Scam Alliance. Previously he led regional programs at Internews and served as a governance advisor with USAID. He has an MIA from Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs.
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External speaker
Carolyn Lidgerwood Australian Communications and Media AuthorityCL E
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External speaker
Mikel Arana Echezarreta Directorate General for Gambling Regulation (Spain)ME E
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External speaker
Sungyong Kang InterpolSK E
Global Anti-Scam Alliance
It takes a network to beat a network.The Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) is a non-profit dedicated to protecting consumers from online scams. We unite governments, industry, and experts to share insights, strengthen collaboration, and advance effective anti-scam solutions worldwide. Learn more at gasa.org.
