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Tech-savvy young people can still fall into scam traps

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Vietnam's Cyber Security Department launched a project called CyberZ to help students spot and avoid online scams. The message is that tech-savvy young people can still fall for them.

What happened

At an event in Hanoi on October 29, officials launched the CyberZ project. It aims to get students to lead the fight against online fraud. A police colonel from the Ministry of Public Security said that being good with technology does not make young people safe. Criminals now mix AI with mind-control tricks to fool victims, and some students have already been caught in 'online kidnapping' scams.

Key facts

  • The launch event was held in Hanoi on October 29.
  • The project is led by the Cyber Security Department and sponsored by the Central Vietnam Student Association.
  • The CyberZ website offers documents, lessons, and test cases so users can check what they know about online scams.
  • The CyberZ Challenge contest asks students to suggest ideas for awareness campaigns or anti-scam solutions. Promising ideas will be developed further and helped to find funding.

Why scams are changing

Scams used to rely mainly on lies to steal money. Now criminals can use AI to copy someone's face and voice. They also use trust, feelings, and fear to lure people in. Officials say the best defense is not only warnings about old tricks, but also skills to recognize new ones.

Why it matters

Young people use phones and apps every day, so they are a major target. Officials say students should check information, protect personal data, and know the law. If they see a scam, they should report it to the proper authorities instead of trying to investigate or deal with criminals on their own.

What to watch

  • How many students join the CyberZ Challenge and which ideas get developed.
  • Whether the CyberZ website becomes a common tool for learning about scams.
  • How schools, companies, and student groups work together on anti-scam projects.

Glossary

CyberZ
A Vietnamese project that teaches students to spot and respond to online scams.
AI
Artificial intelligence, computer systems that can imitate human tasks such as writing, speaking, or making images.

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