Explore the shadowy world of global fraud in Snigdha Poonam’s ‘Scamlands: Inside the Asian empire of fraud that preys on the world.’ This gripping book, published by Penguin Viking, unveils an invisible empire of deceit stretching from rural India to glittering Asian cities. Poonam delves into the lives of scamsters, revealing how fraud becomes a path to upward mobility, revenge, and a blatant disregard for victims. ‘Scamlands’ offers a profound look at how technological change and eroding trust fuel corruption, transforming societies and economies. Discover the ingenuity and agency behind widespread deception and understand the alarming consequences when fraud triumphs over trust. A must-read for anyone concerned about the global rise of scams.