Tech-enabled scam crackdown in Cambodia: Sihanoukville authorities detained 37 suspects, including 34 Chinese nationals, after an open-administrative villa inspection tied to online scam operations; police seized 110 mobile phones, five all-in-one desktop computers, and a vehicle, and said the campaign will keep targeting scam networks. EV push with a super-app partner: Cambodia’s CDC met Grab to deepen cooperation on EV charging infrastructure, digital literacy, and support for local businesses, including work on EV policy and fair ride-hailing pricing. Cambodia’s digital ID verification gets global nod: verify.gov.kh won the UN Public Service Award 2026 for Transparency and Accountability, and Cambodia is now exporting the QR-based verification platform to Timor-Leste. Regional online safety enforcement heats up: Brazil moves to enforce online safety rules with lawsuits and fines, while the Philippines signs deals with Roblox on age assurance using PhilSys and discusses safer minors’ experiences. Cybersecurity threat watch: Kaspersky warns APAC APT group SilverFox is leveraging AI-enabled trends and low-cost “solo raids,” using phishing and multi-stage delivery tactics. Digital identity trend in the US: A NASCIO report says states are shifting toward centralized digital identity platforms as AI fraud drives stronger identity proofing. Climate-tech reality check: New research highlights that air conditioning saves lives but can worsen emissions unless paired with cleaner power and efficiency. Corruption probe linked to scam visas: Cambodia’s ACU alleges a $3M visa-sticker scheme involving senior officials, with charges tied to illegal visas for foreign scam operators.