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Thai Police Launch 'Cyber Vaccine' Initiative at Chulalongkorn University
Authorities are educating students on digital fraud prevention following reports of 23 students losing 24 million baht in two months.
On August 15, 2026, the Royal Thai Police collaborated with Chulalongkorn University to host a 'Cyber Vaccine' awareness event for 1,200 incoming students. The initiative aims to bolster digital literacy and protect young people from the rising threat of online criminal activity.
According to Khaosod Online, the urgency of this campaign stems from recent data indicating that 23 students have fallen victim to online scams over the past two months, resulting in total financial losses exceeding 24 million baht. High-ranking police officials, including Police Lieutenant General Trairong Phiwpan, joined university administrators to address the student body at the university's main auditorium.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this event highlights the significant scale of cybercrime currently targeting the academic community. While the initiative focuses on students, the underlying risks of online fraud remain a concern for all digital users in the country. It remains to be confirmed whether similar 'Cyber Vaccine' programs will be expanded to other universities or if specific types of scams were identified as the primary cause of these recent losses. Authorities continue to urge the public to remain vigilant against suspicious online communications.