In the heart of Data Center Alley - a patch of suburban Washington where much of the world's internet traffic flows - Visa operates its global fraud command center.
In the heart of Data Center Alley - a patch of suburban Washington where much of the world's internet traffic flows - Visa operates its global fraud command center.
The numbers are enormous. Every year, $15 trillion flows through Visa's networks, representing roughly 15 percent of the world's economy and bad actors constantly try to syphon off a piece of that massive money flow. To stay ahead, Visa has invested $12 billion over the past five years building AI-powered cyber fraud detection capabilities, knowing that criminals are also spending big.
In the larger Cyber Fusion Center, staff monitor potential cyberattacks targeting Visa's own infrastructure around the clock. Visa maintains identical facilities in London and Singapore, ensuring 24-hour global vigilance.
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In the heart of Data Center Alley - a patch of suburban Washington where much of the world's internet traffic flows - Visa operates its global fraud command center.
The numbers are enormous. Every year, $15 trillion flows through Visa's networks, representing roughly 15 percent of the world's economy and bad actors constantly try to syphon off a piece of that massive money flow. To stay ahead, Visa has invested $12 billion over the past five years building AI-powered cyber fraud detection capabilities, knowing that criminals are also spending big.
In the larger Cyber Fusion Center, staff monitor potential cyberattacks targeting Visa's own infrastructure around the clock. Visa maintains identical facilities in London and Singapore, ensuring 24-hour global vigilance.
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Security news / Security-Local news - Fri, 11-Jul-2025
The Anti-narcotics Task Force seized more than 1.38 million methamphetamine tablets worth over 2.07 billion kyat near Kywaetatsone Village in Thazi Township, Mandalay Region on June 26.
The drugs were discovered hidden inside four metal pipes on a 12-wheeler Nissan truck traveling from Taunggyi to Yangon, driven by Zin Ko Oo with Aung Min Thu onboard.
The Anti-narcotics Task Force seized more than 1.38 million methamphetamine tablets worth over 2.07 billion kyat near Kywaetatsone Village in Thazi Township, Mandalay Region on June 26.
The drugs were discovered hidden inside four metal pipes on a 12-wheeler Nissan truck traveling from Taunggyi to Yangon, driven by Zin Ko Oo with Aung Min Thu onboard.
Following the investigation, police arrested Sein Kyaw Win, the alleged trafficker, at his home in Aye Thar Yar Ward 4, Taunggyi on June 27. According to interrogations, the pills were being transported from Taunggyi to Yangon for sale. Legal action has been taken, and further investigations are underway to identify others involved in the trafficking network.
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The Anti-narcotics Task Force seized more than 1.38 million methamphetamine tablets worth over 2.07 billion kyat near Kywaetatsone Village in Thazi Township, Mandalay Region on June 26.
The drugs were discovered hidden inside four metal pipes on a 12-wheeler Nissan truck traveling from Taunggyi to Yangon, driven by Zin Ko Oo with Aung Min Thu onboard.
Following the investigation, police arrested Sein Kyaw Win, the alleged trafficker, at his home in Aye Thar Yar Ward 4, Taunggyi on June 27. According to interrogations, the pills were being transported from Taunggyi to Yangon for sale. Legal action has been taken, and further investigations are underway to identify others involved in the trafficking network.
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Security news / Security-Local news - Thu, 10-Jul-2025
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 9 July 2025 at 3:30 PM, a report stated that a man with shrapnel injuries was admitted to Pyin Oo Lwin Township Public Hospital of Mandalay Region. When security personnel arrived at the hospital for further investigation, the victims was identified as Ko Nyan Lin Aung (25 years old), a resident of Shauk Chone Village in Naungcho Township of Shan State. The incident occurred when Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) terrorist group fired heavy weapons on the victim’s village. The shells exploded in the vicinity of the village, causing his injuries, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 9 July 2025 at 3:30 PM, a report stated that a man with shrapnel injuries was admitted to Pyin Oo Lwin Township Public Hospital of Mandalay Region. When security personnel arrived at the hospital for further investigation, the victims was identified as Ko Nyan Lin Aung (25 years old), a resident of Shauk Chone Village in Naungcho Township of Shan State. The incident occurred when Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) terrorist group fired heavy weapons on the victim’s village. The shells exploded in the vicinity of the village, causing his injuries, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
Security news / Security-Local news - Thu, 10-Jul-2025
A combined team including members of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force, acting on a tip, intercepted a NISSAN DIESEL 6-wheel vehicle near Taung Taw Village, on the inter-District road connecting Kyaukse and Meiktila Districts at 3:00 PM, on June 22.
The vehicle, driven by Than Aung Soe (aka Myauk Gyi) and accompanied by Paing Khant, was traveling from Mong Ral, Shan State (North), to Mandalay. Upon inspection, authorities seized 148.797 kg of heroin from the vehicle.
A combined team including members of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force, acting on a tip, intercepted a NISSAN DIESEL 6-wheel vehicle near Taung Taw Village, on the inter-District road connecting Kyaukse and Meiktila Districts at 3:00 PM, on June 22.
The vehicle, driven by Than Aung Soe (aka Myauk Gyi) and accompanied by Paing Khant, was traveling from Mong Ral, Shan State (North), to Mandalay. Upon inspection, authorities seized 148.797 kg of heroin from the vehicle.
Further investigation led to the apprehension of Nan Thiri Aung, Han Htun Naing (aka Sai Kyaw Mein), and Saw Yan Naing on June 26, at 1:00 PM, on the Pinlong-Lai Char road in Loilem Township. They were arrested in connection with arranging the transport of the seized heroin from Mong Ral to Mandalay. Among the three, Han Htun Naing (aka Sai Kyaw Mein) was a wanted fugitive in connection with previous drug cases.
Based on further revelations from the investigation, on June 29, at 12:30 PM, Phone Myint Kyaw (aka U Tee Pwar) and Zaw Zaw Naung (aka Ko Naung), who were involved in transporting the drugs, were further arrested at a house in Hlae Yoe Ward, Aungpan Township. Phone Myint Kyaw (aka U Tee Pwar) was also a wanted fugitive for drug-related offenses.
According to information from the Myanmar Police Force, the investigation revealed that Aung Phyo Thu from Kone Thar Village, Hsipaw Township, and Sai Saw from Mong Ral Township were the individuals who transferred the drugs. Legal action has been taken against them, and efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other individuals involved in this criminal network.
A combined team including members of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force, acting on a tip, intercepted a NISSAN DIESEL 6-wheel vehicle near Taung Taw Village, on the inter-District road connecting Kyaukse and Meiktila Districts at 3:00 PM, on June 22.
The vehicle, driven by Than Aung Soe (aka Myauk Gyi) and accompanied by Paing Khant, was traveling from Mong Ral, Shan State (North), to Mandalay. Upon inspection, authorities seized 148.797 kg of heroin from the vehicle.
Further investigation led to the apprehension of Nan Thiri Aung, Han Htun Naing (aka Sai Kyaw Mein), and Saw Yan Naing on June 26, at 1:00 PM, on the Pinlong-Lai Char road in Loilem Township. They were arrested in connection with arranging the transport of the seized heroin from Mong Ral to Mandalay. Among the three, Han Htun Naing (aka Sai Kyaw Mein) was a wanted fugitive in connection with previous drug cases.
Based on further revelations from the investigation, on June 29, at 12:30 PM, Phone Myint Kyaw (aka U Tee Pwar) and Zaw Zaw Naung (aka Ko Naung), who were involved in transporting the drugs, were further arrested at a house in Hlae Yoe Ward, Aungpan Township. Phone Myint Kyaw (aka U Tee Pwar) was also a wanted fugitive for drug-related offenses.
According to information from the Myanmar Police Force, the investigation revealed that Aung Phyo Thu from Kone Thar Village, Hsipaw Township, and Sai Saw from Mong Ral Township were the individuals who transferred the drugs. Legal action has been taken against them, and efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other individuals involved in this criminal network.
Security news / Security-Local news - Thu, 10-Jul-2025
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 9 July 2025 at 9:20 AM, a so-called PDF terrorist group fired heavy weapons on Kawt Laing Village in Yebyu Township of Tanintharyi Region. One of the shells exploded within the village. As a result, Daw Pa Pa Khine (38 years old), a resident of the village, sustained shrapnel injuries from the blast and was transported to Dawei District Public Hospital for medical treatment, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 9 July 2025 at 9:20 AM, a so-called PDF terrorist group fired heavy weapons on Kawt Laing Village in Yebyu Township of Tanintharyi Region. One of the shells exploded within the village. As a result, Daw Pa Pa Khine (38 years old), a resident of the village, sustained shrapnel injuries from the blast and was transported to Dawei District Public Hospital for medical treatment, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
Security news / Security-Local news - Thu, 10-Jul-2025
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 8 July 2025 at 9:55 PM, a combined group of KIA armed insurgents, along with so-called PDF terrorists fired heavy weapons on Nghat Pyaw Taw Ward in Hpakan Township of Kachin State. One of the shells struck on a six-unit staff housing building (constructed with galvanized roofing and wooden walls) located within the compound of the Township Development Committee Office. As a result, Daw May Yi Zin Aung (34 years old), a resident of the housing, died on the spot. Additionally, U Than Htike Soe (33 years old), a driver from the office, Daw Aye Aye Khine (47 years old) and Daw Nwet Kyi (62 years old), sustained shrapnel injuries from the blast. The deceased and the injured were transported to Hpakan Township Public Hospital for examination and medical treatment, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
10 July 2025
Terrorists are ruthlessly carrying out abductions, killings and armed attacks, using both heavy and small weapons, on wards and villages, as well as conducting drone strikes, all with the intent to harm civilians and spread fear. They are also indiscriminately planting landmines on public roads, targeting government offices with explosives and engaging in destructive acts without regard for reason or morality.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 8 July 2025 at 9:55 PM, a combined group of KIA armed insurgents, along with so-called PDF terrorists fired heavy weapons on Nghat Pyaw Taw Ward in Hpakan Township of Kachin State. One of the shells struck on a six-unit staff housing building (constructed with galvanized roofing and wooden walls) located within the compound of the Township Development Committee Office. As a result, Daw May Yi Zin Aung (34 years old), a resident of the housing, died on the spot. Additionally, U Than Htike Soe (33 years old), a driver from the office, Daw Aye Aye Khine (47 years old) and Daw Nwet Kyi (62 years old), sustained shrapnel injuries from the blast. The deceased and the injured were transported to Hpakan Township Public Hospital for examination and medical treatment, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
10 July 2025
In order to cause injuries to both peaceable civilians and administrative authorities who are striving to restore the rule of law, extreme terrorists provide financial assistance and instigate destructive activities, such as detonating explosive devices and remote blasting, against public roads, railways, government offices and houses. Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 9 July 2025 at 9:30 AM, a report stated that a man with shrapnel injuries was admitted to Loikaw District Public Hospital of Kayah State. When security personnel arrived at the hospital for further investigation, the victim was identified as U Su Ral (40 years old), a resident of Naung Yar (Ka Gyi) Ward in Loikaw Township. It was found that the victim had accidentally stepped on a land mine planted by a terrorist group while he was working within the yard of U Shwe Aung in Htay Ma Ward. As a result, he sustained severe injuries that led to amputation of his right leg below the knee, it is reported. It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
10 July 2025
In order to cause injuries to both peaceable civilians and administrative authorities who are striving to restore the rule of law, extreme terrorists provide financial assistance and instigate destructive activities, such as detonating explosive devices and remote blasting, against public roads, railways, government offices and houses. Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 9 July 2025 at 9:30 AM, a report stated that a man with shrapnel injuries was admitted to Loikaw District Public Hospital of Kayah State. When security personnel arrived at the hospital for further investigation, the victim was identified as U Su Ral (40 years old), a resident of Naung Yar (Ka Gyi) Ward in Loikaw Township. It was found that the victim had accidentally stepped on a land mine planted by a terrorist group while he was working within the yard of U Shwe Aung in Htay Ma Ward. As a result, he sustained severe injuries that led to amputation of his right leg below the knee, it is reported. It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.
MOHA
Security news / Security-Local news - Wed, 9-Jul-2025
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities-including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities-including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 8 July 2025 at 10:30 AM, a report stated that a man was abducted by a so-called PDF terrorist group in Thee Kone Village, Ngazun Township of Mandalay Region. When security personnel conducted for further investigation, they discovered the victim was identified as U San Win (55 years old), a resident of the village. While he was at his house, six so-called PDF terrorists, arriving by three motorcycles, abducted him.
Regarding the above incident, security personnel are continuing necessary operations in accordance with standard procedures to identify, apprehend and take action against the terrorists involved, it is reported.
MOHA
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities-including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 8 July 2025 at 10:30 AM, a report stated that a man was abducted by a so-called PDF terrorist group in Thee Kone Village, Ngazun Township of Mandalay Region. When security personnel conducted for further investigation, they discovered the victim was identified as U San Win (55 years old), a resident of the village. While he was at his house, six so-called PDF terrorists, arriving by three motorcycles, abducted him.
Regarding the above incident, security personnel are continuing necessary operations in accordance with standard procedures to identify, apprehend and take action against the terrorists involved, it is reported.
MOHA
Security news / Security-Local news - Wed, 9-Jul-2025
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities-including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities-including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 3 July 2025 at 2:00 PM, two monks; named Sirainja (aka) U Swe Oo (53 years old with 33 years in monkhood) and named Vi Su Ta (aka) U Tin Nyein (54 years old with 42 years in monkhood), both monks from a monastery in San Da Yar Village, Kambalu Township of Sagaing Region, were travelling in a vehicle from Yangon to Kambalu Town. Accompanying them were four other residents of the village: U Chan Thar Tun (45 years old), U Tin Thein (64 years old), Daw Tin Kyaing (61 years old) and U Kyaw Myint (63 years old). When they reached an area near Yae Kyi Oo Village in Kambalu Township, a so-called PDF terrorist group forcibly stopped the vehicle and abducted all individuals, along with the vehicle, before leaving for Yae Shin Village. On 8 July 2025 at 4:00 PM, the terrorists brought the victims back near Gway Kone Village and released them. However, the terrorists forcibly took their mobile phones and vehicle, it is reported.
Regarding the above incident, security personnel are continuing necessary operations in accordance with standard procedures to identify, apprehend and take action against the terrorists involved, it is reported.
MOHA
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities-including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 3 July 2025 at 2:00 PM, two monks; named Sirainja (aka) U Swe Oo (53 years old with 33 years in monkhood) and named Vi Su Ta (aka) U Tin Nyein (54 years old with 42 years in monkhood), both monks from a monastery in San Da Yar Village, Kambalu Township of Sagaing Region, were travelling in a vehicle from Yangon to Kambalu Town. Accompanying them were four other residents of the village: U Chan Thar Tun (45 years old), U Tin Thein (64 years old), Daw Tin Kyaing (61 years old) and U Kyaw Myint (63 years old). When they reached an area near Yae Kyi Oo Village in Kambalu Township, a so-called PDF terrorist group forcibly stopped the vehicle and abducted all individuals, along with the vehicle, before leaving for Yae Shin Village. On 8 July 2025 at 4:00 PM, the terrorists brought the victims back near Gway Kone Village and released them. However, the terrorists forcibly took their mobile phones and vehicle, it is reported.
Regarding the above incident, security personnel are continuing necessary operations in accordance with standard procedures to identify, apprehend and take action against the terrorists involved, it is reported.
MOHA
Security news / Security-Local news - Wed, 9-Jul-2025
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 6 July 2025 at 8:00 PM, while U Aung Win Kyi (49 years old), a resident of Pyin Chaung Village in Myeik Township of Tanintharyi Region, was at his house, approximately 20 pro-terrorism KNU members arrived and abducted him. They took him to Tha Kan Ywar Haung Village. He was later released on 7 July at 12:30 PM, after being threatened and forced to pay an extortion fee related to his rubber plantation, it is reported.
Regarding the above incident, security personnel continue necessary operations in accordance with standard procedures to identify, apprehend and take action against the terrorists involved, it is reported.
MOHA
09 July 2025
Terrorist groups have been engaging in battles, carrying out attacks using heavy weapons, drones to drop bombs and improvised explosive devices across towns and villages in various states and regions. Moreover, they are committing inhumane acts of terror and criminal activities including abducting and extorting money from local civilians, as well as killings.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 6 July 2025 at 8:00 PM, while U Aung Win Kyi (49 years old), a resident of Pyin Chaung Village in Myeik Township of Tanintharyi Region, was at his house, approximately 20 pro-terrorism KNU members arrived and abducted him. They took him to Tha Kan Ywar Haung Village. He was later released on 7 July at 12:30 PM, after being threatened and forced to pay an extortion fee related to his rubber plantation, it is reported.
Regarding the above incident, security personnel continue necessary operations in accordance with standard procedures to identify, apprehend and take action against the terrorists involved, it is reported.
MOHA