Ofcom Intros Tough New Anti-Scam Rules to Block Fraudulent Text Messages and Spoof Calls in the UK

UK telecom regulator Ofcom has unveiled new rules and guidance aimed at strengthening protections against mobile messaging scams and spoofed international calls, requiring mobile operators to take tougher action against fraudsters exploiting mobile networks. Vietnam Smartphone users in 2025 The move comes as fraud continues to be one of the UK’s biggest criminal threats. Fraud accounts for an estimated 45 percent of all reported crime incidents in England and Wales, while criminals stole £1.28 b