Malaysian TikTok Creators Turn Personal Scam Stories Into #ThinkTwice Awareness Movement
TikTok Creators Share Real Scam Experiences
In today’s digital world, many people assume they already know how scams work. However, scammers continue to evolve their tactics, finding new ways to manipulate and deceive unsuspecting victims.
To combat this growing problem, a group of Malaysian TikTok creators have started using the platform to share real-life scam encounters and prevention tips through the viral #ThinkTwice trend.
Instead of simply warning people, these creators are opening up about their personal experiences so that others can learn how to recognise warning signs before it is too late.
Moses Wong Sparks The #ThinkTwice Movement
The trend first gained momentum when Malaysian TikTok creator Moses Wong posted a video encouraging others to stitch their own stories.
In his video, Wong shared how his own sister nearly fell victim to a job scam.
According to him, the scam involved victims being asked to purchase items from a seller with the promise of receiving rebates and commissions afterward.
“How the job scam works is that you buy a specific thing from a seller and then afterwards you get rebates and commissions,” Wong explained.
“The agent explained that the more expensive things you buy, the more commissions and rebates you get.”
However, Wong’s sister became suspicious when the seller failed to deliver the promised rebates and commissions.
Instead, she was told she needed to purchase even more expensive items before she could qualify for any returns.
Realising something was wrong, she quickly cut contact with the scammer before losing any money.
Wong then urged viewers to stitch his video and share their own scam stories so that others could learn from them.
Malaysians Begin Sharing Their Own Scam Encounters
After Moses Wong’s video, many other creators and everyday Malaysians began contributing to the trend by sharing their own experiences.
One of them was TikTok creator J, who described a frightening encounter with a Macau scam, a type of phone scam where criminals impersonate authorities.
He said he received a phone call from someone claiming to represent the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN).
The caller accused him of having unpaid taxes and threatened legal action unless he made an immediate payment.
Although he knew he did not owe any taxes, the aggressive tone of the caller caused him to panic.
During the call, he revealed sensitive personal information and nearly made the payment before a friend intervened and warned him.
He later advised Malaysians to #ThinkTwice whenever they receive suspicious calls, reminding viewers that legitimate authorities will never request sensitive information through unofficial messages, emails, or phone calls.
Digital Coach Explains How Investment Scams Work
Digital coach Sufina also joined the movement by explaining how phishing and investment scams often operate.
In her video, she shared the case of a 67-year-old retired teacher from Besut who lost RM82,600 after falling victim to a fake e-commerce investment scheme.
She explained that scammers often start by giving victims small returns to build trust.
Once trust is established, they pressure victims to keep transferring money into multiple bank accounts.
To prevent this, Sufina advised viewers to be sceptical of offers promising easy money.
She also reminded Malaysians to verify suspicious transactions using official tools such as PDRM’s Semak Mule and the Securities Commission’s Investment Checker before making any payments.
Jestinna Kuan Warns About Face-To-Face Tourist Scams
Popular Malaysian personality Jestinna Kuan also contributed to the #ThinkTwice trend.
She pointed out that scams are no longer limited to online platforms.
“Scams nowadays don’t just happen online, but they’re also bold enough to do it in person, face-to-face,” she said.
She then shared a story involving a friend who encountered a couple posing as tourists.
The couple asked the friend to help take a photograph using their phone.
However, when she took the phone, the screen suddenly went black.
The couple immediately accused her of breaking the device and pressured her to pay for the damage.
After exchanging contact details, the harassment escalated.
They later claimed the phone could not be repaired and demanded RM3,000 to cover the cost of a new replacement.
This tactic is believed to be a staged tourist scam designed to trigger guilt and panic so victims feel forced to pay.
Another Creator Shares How Fear Is Used In Phone Scams
TikTok creator Kee also joined the trend by recounting how his best friend lost RM2,000 to a Macau scam.
The scammers allegedly posed as a banker and a police officer during a phone call from an unknown number.
“They scare you first, then rush you into making a transfer,” he explained.
Kee said fear and authority are often used by scammers to pressure victims into acting quickly without verifying the information.
He reminded viewers that government-related transactions should only be conducted through official websites or secure payment gateways, not through direct bank transfers.
He also encouraged people to double-check the spelling of email addresses and website domains before sharing any information.
Online Community Comes Together To Share Advice
As the trend gained momentum, more Malaysians began stitching Moses Wong’s video and sharing their own tips on how to avoid scams.
The comment sections quickly turned into spaces where users exchanged warning signs, advice, and personal stories.
What started as individual experiences eventually grew into a community-driven effort to protect others from falling into similar traps.
TikTok Malaysia Supports Digital Literacy Through #ThinkTwice
The #ThinkTwice initiative is part of a broader digital literacy effort by TikTok Malaysia.
The programme aims to promote safer online behaviour by providing accessible educational resources on scam prevention.
TikTok Malaysia has also collaborated with several organisations including the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), and the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC).
As part of the initiative, TikTok introduced a multilingual #ThinkTwice Knowledge Hub, which is available in English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, and Tamil.
The hub provides step-by-step safety guides and important information to help Malaysians identify potential scams.
Pause, Verify, Protect
Although the scam stories shared under the trend differ, the message remains consistent.
Malaysians are encouraged to pause before reacting, verify information through official channels, and report suspicious activities when necessary.
The #ThinkTwice movement demonstrates how online communities can work together to spread awareness and help protect others from falling victim to scams.
Users interested in learning more can search #ThinkTwice on TikTok to access the knowledge hub and join the movement by stitching or duetting their own experiences.
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