Business

Bursa says CEO misrepresented on social media

Exchange notes that efforts are being made to remove several Facebook pages

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 19 Mar 2023 12:15PM

Bursa says CEO misrepresented on social media
Bursa Malaysia urges the public to be alert and wary of investment or phishing scams, and not forget to verify any web link or invitation to participate in any scheme. – ALIF OMAR/The Vibes pic, March 19, 2023

KUALA LUMPUR – Bursa Malaysia Bhd has identified several Facebook pages that have misrepresented its chief executive officer, Datuk Muhamad Umar Swift.

“The exchange would like to reiterate that these Facebook pages have no relation to Umar, nor the exchange, and measures are being taken to remove them,” it said in a statement today.

Bursa Malaysia has urged the public to be alert and wary of investment or phishing scams, and not forget to verify any web link or invitation to participate in any scheme.

Recent scams that have been identified are listed here. – Bernama, March 19, 2023

Related News

Malaysia / 1w

Rejected love, pent-up emotions can push teenagers towards violence, says criminologist

Malaysia / 3w

UMNO’s fundraiser for Najib draws sharp criticism on social media

Malaysia / 3w

Another former senior minister expected to be called in for questioning?

Community / 1mth

Social media curbs could drive renewed interest in offline play

Malaysia / 1mth

Mahathir’s Merdeka appearance sparks social media debate

Malaysia / 2mth

‘Do not reveal information about your child on social media’ - Minister

Spotlight

Malaysia

Haze: Schools in Johor, Melaka, and Negeri Sembilan to close tomorrow

Malaysia

Tun Mahathir’s health improves, but not ready to leave hospital

Malaysia

LPT3 row puts Kelantan’s infrastructure priorities under scrutiny

Malaysia

Terengganu royal family member sues two banks over RM1.99m missing from savings

Malaysia

Irene Sofiya murder probe referred to Johor prosecutors for review

Malaysia

Teacher denies negligence charges over fatal school SUV crash in Kota Bharu

Malaysia

Sulaiman Md Ali opts out of Melaka polls, will not defend Lendu

You may be interested

Business

Oil prices stay above US$93 as Middle East tensions put pressure on ringgit

Business

Oil prices retreat below US$104 as markets weigh Middle East risks

Business

SC targets stronger board oversight through higher standards for company secretaries