Thai police are intensifying their crackdown on online gambling and related cybercrime through expanded cooperation with Meta Platforms Inc., owner of Facebook and Instagram, as reported by Bangkok Post.
The move follows a joint meeting Tuesday between the Royal Thai Police’s High-Tech Crime Division and representatives from Meta and Facebook Thailand. According to national police spokesperson Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Piwpan, the enhanced framework aims to go beyond gambling-related pages and dismantle broader scam networks operating across Facebook’s ecosystem.
While online gambling remains a primary concern, authorities are now targeting a wider range of fraudulent activities, including fake investment schemes and deceptive online job recruitment offers. Police plan to use strengthened data-sharing channels and analytical tools to proactively identify suspicious behavior and swiftly block illegal accounts and content.
Between October 1 2025 and April 27, Meta blocked 158,365 Facebook pages linked to online gambling at the request of Thai authorities, reflecting what officials described as a high compliance rate compared with regional standards. The scale of takedowns underscores the persistent threat posed by illegal gambling networks operating online.
Authorities say the expanded partnership will allow faster detection and removal of illicit content, with the goal of reducing financial losses and protecting potential victims.
The “Digital Citizenship 101” initiative will initially be introduced in 437 pilot schools, focusing on teachers and students to improve awareness of online risks and responsible social media use. The program is expected to be made available to the broader public in late June.
A new “Digital Citizenship 101” program will roll out in 437 pilot schools before expanding to the public in late June
