Deepfake Drama: Can ASEAN Tackle Digital Fraud Together?

In February 2026, a sneaky deepfake of Fabio Panetta, Italy's top banker, fooled people into thinking he was backing some dodgy investments. The Bank of Italy quickly stepped in to sound the alarm and called the cops. This incident raised eyebrows about how similar tricks could shake trust in ASEAN's finances, highlighting the need for teamwork to tackle digital fraud.