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Japanese series falsely shared as an iPhone 13 found in 1980

July 3, 2024July 3, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

The truth behind a viral video claiming a Japanese journalist found an iPhone 13 in 1980.

Phishing Scams Target Customers with Fake JBL Promotions

June 28, 2024June 28, 2024Jay UdomLeave a Comment

Recently, JBL retailers in Cambodia have announced discounts on many JBL brand products. At the same time, there are advertisements on social media that some JBL products are on sale for up to 60% off. Such advertisements are widely shared on social media. However, we have found that this ad is not real, just a […]

Is Apple planning to start charging users for FaceTime?

June 26, 2024June 26, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

While Apple’s FaceTime feature on iPhones, Macs, and tablets allows users to make voice and video calls with ease conveniently, some social media users recently posted a claim message stating that the giant company plans to charge FaceTime users. However, Fact Crescendo fact-finding found that the claim posted on Facebook was misleading. Let’s look at […]

ABA Bank Denies Viral Claim of Bankruptcy

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024Jay UdomLeave a Comment

Recently, news circulating on social media alleged that ABA Bank, one of Cambodia’s major financial institutions, had become bankrupt, prompting customers to withdraw their funds swiftly. The news was widely circulated by Khmer-speaking Facebook users, generating numerous comments and varied reactions. However, after seeking clarifications from reliable sources, it was confirmed that the claim was false.

Online Scams Spread Apple Gives Big Discount in Cambodia

June 12, 2024June 12, 2024Jay UdomLeave a Comment

As Facebook becomes the hub of online sales and promotions, some promotions on social media said the American tech company Apple launched a big promotion for its AirPods Pro Gen 2 on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the company by clicking on the provided links. However, we found the promotions were false and […]

Coca-Cola firmly Denies any connection to the Viral Video Of Purported Coca-Cola Bottling Process in Unsanitary Conditions!

June 5, 2024June 5, 2024FC CambodiaLeave a Comment

The misuse of social media platforms to tarnish the reputation of major companies is a growing concern. Misleading content, such as videos, images, and other forms of media, is being deliberately spread to distort the public perception of these companies. Social Media Posts A video circulating on social media spaces in Sri Lanka purportedly depicts […]

Canada’s CN Tower did not shake due to an earthquake

June 1, 2024June 1, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

The truth behind a viral video showing Canada’s CN Tower shaking due to an earthquake

A Breast Beauty Oil Promoted with Misleading & Exaggerated Information!

May 24, 2024May 24, 2024Jay UdomLeave a Comment

Facebook ads are often used to promote fashion and beauty products online. A viral promotion of a breast beauty serum, claiming to have the miracle power of preventing breast cancer in women, has been widely made on social media platforms for the past few years. However, after checking with health agencies and medical experts, we […]

Is America’s Most Famous Burger Owned by China?

May 13, 2024May 13, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

Given how common and pervasive fake news is in today’s world, it can affect consumer behavioral intentions. In addition to losing revenue and market share, brands have also seen a decline in their reputations, which has had an impact on their financial situation. Meanwhile, a viral news article published on a website claiming that America’s […]

Is a geologist stuck in a mud puddle and being helped by an orangutan?

May 7, 2024May 7, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

The truth behind a viral photo circulated on social media showing an orangutan helping a geologist trapped in a mud pool.

The photo shows a train running next to a cliff generated by AI

May 1, 2024May 1, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

The truth behind a viral photo circulated on social media showing a train running next to a cliff.

An Old Video of Fishes Reeling a Supermarket Falsely Linked to Dubai’s Flood

April 24, 2024April 24, 2024Jay UdomLeave a Comment

A viral claim on social media recently said many sharks were found alive in a supermarket in Dubai city after the flood hitting this city faded away. The claim has been widely shared and commented on by social media users. However, running the reverse image search proves the claim was false

Is this a view of the train station in Phnom Penh in 2024?

April 20, 2024April 20, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

The truth behind a viral photo depicting a big station circulated on social media, claiming it was in Phnom Penh in 2024.

Is this a view of the new Khmer New Year decoration at Phnom Penh International Airport?

April 20, 2024April 20, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

The truth behind a viral photo depicting a Christmas tree made of baskets is claimed to be the new Khmer New Year decoration at Phnom Penh International Airport.

Photo showing Hun Sen and his wife saluting the former Vietnamese leader altered

March 28, 2024March 28, 2024Kakada SimLeave a Comment

While Hun Sen and his family are often discussed and linked to by social media users, a photo of him and his wife standing and saluting the former Vietnamese leader was posted on a recent Facebook page. However, it was found that the photo posted on Facebook was digitally altered. This is about our investigation […]

An Old Video of Tsunami in Japan in 2011 Falsely Claimed as Flood in Dubai

March 23, 2024March 23, 2024Jay UdomLeave a Comment

A video clip depicting many cars swapped by the flood was recently circulated on social media with the caption that a flood hit Dubai in 2024. The video has been shared many times by social media users. After running a reverse image search, however, we found out the post was misleading.