SYNOPSIS   

We are excited about an upcoming session that will focus on raising awareness about scams, human trafficking, and kidnappings. While it is an important topic, it is also a sad and sobering reminder of how these crimes are causing harm and destroying lives around the world.

Scams have become more advanced, targeting people especially the elderly through fake emails, sms, WhatsApp messages, and even false job offers. Many fall victim because these schemes are designed to look trustworthy. Sadly, some of these scams are linked to human trafficking, where people are tricked into dangerous situations and forced into exploitation. Kidnappings, often used to demand ransom, add to the heartbreaking impact of these crimes.

This session will:

•   Help You Stay Safe: Learn how to spot and avoid scams.
•   Provide Practical Tips: Protect yourself and your loved ones.
•   Encourage Action: Find out how you can support victims and raise awareness.

While the topic is serious, this session is a chance for us to come together, learn, and take steps to make a difference. Let’s work toward a safer world for everyone.

A Vital Talk on Awareness, Prevention, and Community Protection


BIODATA OF SPEAKER

Mr. Noel Teng, a distinguished IT veteran with over 35 years of experience, made a significant impact during his 15-year tenure at Microsoft Malaysia. Following his time there, he embarked on a 13-year and counting journey as the driving force behind his own company, myIAN and later added on myMTCS. In these entrepreneurial ventures, he seamlessly merged his extensive technical expertise with a keen understanding of techno-commercial dynamics. Noel continues to be a guiding force, not just as a technopreneur but also as a passionate advocate for AI, ChatGPT, Copilot, and Cybersecurity. With these he is championing AI literacy for a Myanmar refugee kids community in Klang Valley.

During this entrepreneurial journey, he pioneered a work-from-home culture during the Covid-19 pandemic with core fundamentals in R&D and testing, establishing a globally distributed team spanning the UK, India, and South East Asia with recent outreach to Australia and the Philippines.

NOTE

•   Free registration for IEM members.