The Myanmar army says it is working to "completely eradicate online scam activities from their roots," according to military spokesman Gen Zaw Min Tun. Recently, fighting has flared near the Moei River border with Thailand in Karen State, where Chinese-run scam compounds operate. In late October, the army stormed KK Park, one of the largest scam compounds in the region, forcing thousands of foreigners out. The military posted videos showing soldiers seizing thousands of phones, computers, and satellite dishes from companies like Elon Musk's Starlink. They also began demolishing buildings with explosives. For years, Myanmar's military tolerated these scam centers, even benefiting financially via local warlords allied to them. The Karen National Union (KNU), a main opponent of the military, has stayed clear of the scams. The boom in online fraud has caused billions of dollars in global losses through romance scams, fake crypto schemes, and bogus investments. It also links to human trafficking and money laundering in Southeast Asia. Despite the military’s recent moves, skepticism remains. Only KK Park has faced major destruction, while other scam cities like Shwe Kokko saw limited raids. Many scam workers fled to Thailand or remote areas of Myanmar. New compounds have emerged near the river controlled by militias allied to the junta. One notable incident involved the KNU capturing two scam compounds in Minletpan after clashes with the army and allied militias. They invited journalists and law enforcement to inspect the sites but received little international response. Meanwhile, military shelling forced many remaining workers and locals to flee. These actions occur against the backdrop of an upcoming military-led election aimed at regaining legitimacy. The army seeks to retake territory and clean its image, especially for key ally China, which is concerned about scams affecting its citizens. Observers note that while significant demolitions continue at KK Park, many buildings remain intact with signs that scam operations might still be active. New scam compounds keep appearing near other border crossings, signaling the scam business is far from over in Myanmar.