Heavily fortified compounds are emerging across Cambodia and along the Thai-Myanmar border. Inside these facilities, a disturbing operation unfolds: individuals—some criminals, others potentially coerced—run elaborate crypto scams and phone fraud schemes targeting victims worldwide. These centers operate with alarming sophistication, blending human trafficking concerns with digital financial crime. The situation highlights a growing threat in Southeast Asia where organized groups exploit both technology and vulnerable people to execute large-scale online fraud operations. Authorities are struggling to crack down on these networks as they continue expanding their reach.