The eFishery case has attracted significant attention across Southeast Asia and beyond. As one of Indonesia’s best-known technology companies, the allegations surrounding its financial reporting have generated discussion among investors, business owners and corporate governance professionals alike.
Recent reports of counterfeit matcha being marketed overseas under names such as “Uji Matcha” highlight a broader issue affecting many Japanese exports—the misuse of geographical names, intellectual property and country-of-origin claims.
From CCTV to Integrated Electronic Monitoring
Many organisations continue to rely on conventional CCTV systems that simply record events for later review. However, advances in technology now allow businesses to adopt integrated monitoring solutions capable of providing real-time alerts and actionable intelligence.
Recent reports from Singapore highlighted how sophisticated Business E-mail Compromise (BEC) scams continue to target businesses across the region. In one case, three teenagers were arrested for their alleged involvement in a scheme that deceived a US fund remitter into transferring approximately US$2.89 million (S$3.7 million) into corporate bank accounts set up specifically to receive the fraudulent proceeds.
Hidden cameras are no longer the preserve of intelligence agencies or specialist surveillance operators. Today, covert recording devices are inexpensive, widely available online, and easily concealed within everyday objects. Across Malaysia and Southeast Asia, incidents involving hidden cameras in hotels, homestays, changing rooms, offices, and private residences continue to highlight the growing risks to privacy, security, and reputation.
Recent security advisories from international law enforcement and industry observers have highlighted a growing trend in the use of professional networking platforms, particularly LinkedIn, as