Meta Targets Pig Butchering Scams, Removes 2M Accounts

Meta has disclosed its efforts to combat 'pig butchering' scams, which involve forced labor in Southeast Asia and the UAE to perpetrate online scams. The company has removed over 2 million accounts linked to these scams this year and is collaborating with law enforcement and tech companies to tackle the issue. Despite Meta's actions, researchers criticize the company for its slow response and emphasize the role of its platforms in facilitating scams. Scammers are increasingly using AI tools to enhance their operations, complicating efforts to curb these activities.