Google launches campaign to prevent online fraud with the Ministry of Public Security

On June 26 in Hanoi, to affirm its long-term commitment to promoting safe digital transformation in Vietnam, Google and the Department of Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention under the Ministry of Public Security officially announced their cooperation to implement the campaign "Preventing online fraud - Safer with the Ministry of Public Security and Google."

This online-focused education campaign is designed to equip the community with useful knowledge to identify and avoid sophisticated forms of online fraud, strengthening the foundation of safety necessary for a healthy digital society.

7 forms of online fraud revealed

In the context of an increasingly digital world , Internet users in Vietnam face more and more online threats. According to statistics from the Ministry of Public Security, in 2024, more than 6,000 cases were detected, with total losses reaching more than VND 12,000 billion.

A recent report also found that 70% of people are exposed to at least one scam call or text message each month. These numbers show the urgent need to educate the public on solid cybersecurity practices and knowledge.

According to Colonel Nguyen Huy Luc - Head of Department 5, Department of Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention, in Vietnam today, there are 7 most common forms of fraud, including: (1) Fraud impersonatingeducational institutions, (2) Fraudulent capital recovery, (3) Service payment fraud, (4) Online shopping and travel fraud, (5) Fraud impersonating police officers, the Procuracy, the Court, (6) Emotional fraud for financial gain, (7) Investment fraud on fake platforms.

At the core of this partnership is a focused online education campaign, carefully designed to drive a nationwide digital safety movement. Over 200 YouTube creators have signed up to be part of the campaign’s messaging. With their high influence and authenticity, these content creators will integrate key anti-fraud information, combined with their personal stories, in an interactive and engaging way to share with their millions of followers. This ensures that everyone, especially vulnerable groups, are equipped with the knowledge they need to protect themselves online.

In addition, the campaign will also feature a series of eight one-minute educational videos featuring experts from Google and the Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Prevention Department. These videos will highlight seven of the most common forms of fraud and provide viewers with helpful tips and prevention tools.

Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Ba Son - Deputy Director of the Department of Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention and Control spoke at the event. (Photo: Minh Son/Vietnam+)

"We consider propaganda work, especially raising public awareness, to be a key factor in limiting online fraud crimes. To effectively carry out this work, it is necessary for the whole society to join hands to build a safe and healthy online environment. In particular, it is necessary to have the participation and coordination of transnational enterprises with a large number of users in Vietnam. We highly appreciate the initiative, spirit of cooperation and careful preparation of the units, as well as the proactive commitment from Google and content creators. This campaign demonstrates the autonomy, determination and responsible coordination between authorities, businesses and social organizations in protecting citizens in cyberspace and creating a safe and healthy digital environment," said Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Ba Son - Deputy Director of the Department of Cyber Security and Prevention of High-Tech Crime (Ministry of Public Security).

Google is committed to a healthy cyberspace

"A safe and secure Internet is an essential foundation for building a dynamic Vietnamese digital economy. Google is well aware of the growing threat of online fraud, and we are committed to leveraging our technology to address these alarming challenges. Google Play's anti-fraud protection has blocked 4.5 million installations of suspected malware apps on 1 million Android devices," said Mr. Marc Woo - General Director of Google Vietnam.

Mr. Marc Woo - General Director of Google Vietnam. (Photo: Minh Son/Vietnam+)

"Our commitment extends beyond our products; it extends to responsible collaboration in building a digital ecosystem where everyone can thrive without worry. We have seen firsthand how these types of scams erode trust and cause heavy losses. The comprehensive partnership with the Department of Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention and Control under the Ministry of Public Security is a testament to Google's deep commitment to contributing to building a safer digital space for the people of Vietnam."

Since 2021, the “Safer with Google” initiative has helped provide practical knowledge about online safety to Vietnamese users of all ages, through typical programs such as “I am safer with Google” for children and “Safe online, happy life” for the elderly.

This partnership with the Department of Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention marks an important step forward in Google's long-term commitment to directly address the urgent issue of online fraud and enhance the technological protection for everyday users.

Last December, Google also partnered with the Department of Information Security in the Government App Verification initiative. This was a groundbreaking initiative, as Vietnam became the first country to partner with Google to launch the “Official Government Apps” feature on Google Play. Initially launched with more than 80 apps that were granted verification marks, including VNeID and VssID, this initiative helps users easily identify official apps issued by state agencies, enhancing user protection against fraud and ensuring online safety in Vietnam. To date, the number of verified government apps has increased to more than 110.

Through close coordination on platform security, user education, capacity building and rapid response, Google and the Department of Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention under the Ministry of Public Security are working hard to not only prevent the wave of online fraud in Vietnam but also contribute to building a strong and trustworthy digital future - where all Vietnamese citizens and businesses can safely exploit their full online potential./.

(Vietnam+)

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