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Coda Expands Anti-Scam Push with Latest Guard Your Game Campaign

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2 months ago

April 29, 2026

Two months after its regional launch, Coda is deepening its anti-scam push with ‘Guard Your Game.’ The campaign, backed by Indonesia’s Ministry of Creative Economy, returns with a new video featuring mascot Codee, rolling out across Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore.

SINGAPORE, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Coda, a global leader in digital content monetization and distribution, today marks the next phase of its Guard Your Game anti-scam campaign with the release of a new video across its regional social media channels. The video brings back Codee, Coda’s anti-scam mascot, to continue the conversation on keeping gamers safe online, with practical steps players to protect themselves from bad actors when making digital purchases.

The release follows the February 2026 launch of Guard Your Game, which introduced a suite of consumer education resources, including a localized Anti-Scam Booklet and Coda’s Online Safety URL Checker, endorsed by Indonesia’s Ministry of Creative Economy (EKRAF). The campaign now extends its reach through a new social media video, bringing Codee’s guidance to audiences in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Codee returns to take on scammers

First introduced as part of the Guard Your Game launch, Codee gives a face to Coda’s anti-scam campaign, bringing a bit of fun and familiarity to fraud awareness amongst gamers.. The new video picks up where the campaign’s booklet and online resources left off, walking gamers through how to spot common red flags: unsolicited reward notifications, suspicious links, and sites impersonating trusted platforms like Codashop, Coda’s digital content marketplace.

The video also reinforces the use of Coda’s Online Safety URL Checker at coda.co/online-safety, which allows gamers to verify whether a website is legitimate before engaging with it, a key tool introduced during Phase 1 of the campaign.

A persistent threat across Southeast Asia

Across Southeast Asia, digital scams have become increasingly rampant, and Indonesian gamers are among the most targeted. The Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) State of Scams in Southeast Asia 2025 report found that nearly two-thirds of Indonesian adults encountered a scam in the past year, with one in three falling victim, and total losses in Indonesia alone estimated at IDR 49 trillion (approximately US$3.3 billion) over the past 12 months. Impersonation scams, fake reward claims, and phishing links targeting digital commerce platforms are among the most reported tactics, and the pattern is consistent across the markets where Guard Your Game is now active.

“At Coda, our commitment to safe and secure transactions goes hand in hand with delivering the best possible experience to gamers,” says Liz Adam, VP of Corporate Affairs at Coda. “Guard Your Game is a direct expression of that commitment. Scammers are constantly evolving their tactics, and we must do the same in how we educate and protect consumers. This video is a deliberate step to reach gamers where they are and instil ongoing vigilance against bad actors. We want every player across to transact with confidence, and to know exactly what to do when something does not look right.”

“This continued Guard Your Game campaign is a strong example of how industry and government can work together to build a safer digital environment for users. As Indonesia’s creative economy scales, there is an increasing urgency to protect our consumers, including those in the gaming community. We appreciate Coda’s creative approach in bringing back Codee as a key mascot to increase awareness of what safety should look like in online gaming. It is this kind of long-term investment in consumer awareness that builds the trust necessary for our creative economy sector to thrive. By localizing this regional initiative, the campaign ensures that vital online safety education resonates at a grassroots level, reinforcing our shared commitment to protect gamers and users in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.” Muhammad Neil El Himam, Deputy Chairman for Digital and Technology Creativity, Indonesian Ministry of Creative Economy/Creative Economy Agency (EKRAF).

Follow the campaign

The Guard Your Game video is available now on Codashop’s social channels across all four markets:

Codashop Indonesia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codashop.idofficial/Codashop Philippines Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codashop_ph/Codashop Malaysia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codashop_my/Codashop Singapore Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codashop_sg/

For anti-scam resources and to use the Online Safety URL Checker, visit: https://www.coda.co/online-safety/

About Coda

Coda is a global leader in digital content monetization and distribution. We’re trusted by 300+ publishers—including Activision, Electronic Arts, and Riot Games—to grow their audiences and revenue worldwide. Our out-of-app solutions include Custom Commerce, a fully customizable web store; Codapay, which enables seamless direct payments through a single API integration on publishers’ websites; Codashop, the go-to marketplace for millions of gamers to purchase in-game content; and Distribution, which extends content reach through a network of trusted commerce partners. Founded in 2011, Coda is headquartered in Singapore with a team of 550+ Codans around the globe. Coda recently acquired Recharge, Europe’s leading prepaid payments platform. Coda is backed by Apis Partners, Insight Partners, and Smash Capital, and has been named an APAC High Growth Company (2023) by Financial Times, one of Granite Asia’s NextGenTech 30 (2024), a payments leader on Fortune’s Fintech Innovation Asia list (2024), and listed among The Straits Times Fastest Growing Fintechs (2024). For more on Coda, visit coda.co.

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Alcott HR Appoints Michael Pascucci as Director of Strategic Projects

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2 hours ago

June 20, 2026

FARMINGDALE, N.Y., June 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alcott HR announces Michael Pascucci as Director of Strategic Projects. Michael brings over ten years of experience in HR operations and project management.

Before joining Alcott HR, he held senior roles leading technology upgrades and launching new employee benefits programs. This experience supports Alcott’s initiatives, helping the company grow while putting clients first.

As Director, Michael drives operational excellence at Alcott HR by leading strategic projects. He maintains processes to ensure Alcott stays flexible and personalized during growth. Michael focuses on projects that further enhance client support.

Improving Data Accuracy: Michael connects Alcott’s main systems with partners. Automating these connections streamlines onboarding and enrollment, ensuring benefits and payroll are accurate and secure. This gives clients confidence their information is in good hands.

Creating a Seamless Client Experience: Michael is improving how Alcott manages projects and client renewals. With consistency in these processes, Alcott delivers a seamless, dependable experience, especially during year-end reporting and enrollment.

Building for Growth: By replacing manual tasks with digital solutions, Michael helps Alcott grow with its clients. This allows the team to focus on building relationships and offering expert HR guidance to help clients achieve their goals.

“Michael doesn’t just manage projects, he builds systems that help our team excel,” said Kristen Bartolotta, Sr. Director of Operations at Alcott HR. “His ability to transform complex processes into streamlined solutions has improved our efficiency and enhanced our client service.”

“Working with the talented Alcott team has been a great experience,” said Michael Pascucci. “I’m excited to continue working across departments to improve our processes, boost efficiency, and help the company keep growing.”

Through these efforts, Michael helps Alcott deliver even greater value to clients by driving innovation, strengthening relationships, and ensuring every organization can reach its potential.

About Alcott HR: Alcott HR is an IRS Certified* and ESAC Accredited, Professional Employer Organization that provides a comprehensive range of human resources solutions to small and mid-sized businesses. With nearly four decades of experience, Alcott HR offers customized services that allow businesses to manage their workforce more effectively while staying compliant with state and federal regulations. Their services include payroll, benefits, risk management, and HR support, designed to help businesses grow and succeed.

The IRS does not endorse any particular certified professional employer organization.

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Alcott HR Appoints Michael Pascucci as Director of Strategic Projects

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2 hours ago

June 20, 2026

Through these efforts, Michael helps Alcott deliver even greater value to clients by driving innovation, strengthening relationships, and ensuring every organization can reach its potential.

The IRS does not endorse any particular certified professional employer organization.

Media Contact:
Sarah Zulawski
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Vaultzy and Miracle University Pilot Demonstrates AI-Powered Document Management for Students. Expansion Planned for California Foster Youth Programs

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4 hours ago

June 19, 2026

A successful student pilot demonstrates how secure digital records and AI guidance can help them access education, employment, housing, and life opportunities

SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 19, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Vaultzy, an AI-powered document management and life assistant platform, today announced the successful completion of a pilot with Miracle University, demonstrating how secure digital records and intelligent guidance can help students overcome barriers to education, employment, and economic mobility.

California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA, noted, “Never expired. Never lost. Your vital documents, all in one secure place.”

For many students, particularly those facing economic hardship or life disruptions, lost identification, unavailable transcripts, and scattered paperwork can delay enrollment, employment, housing applications, financial aid, and access to public services. Vaultzy was created to address this challenge by providing a secure, user-controlled platform for lifelong document management.

Beyond document storage, Vaultzy recently launched the first version of its AI-powered Life Agent. The platform allows users to interact with their personal records and receive guidance related to major life transitions. By understanding what documents a user has available, the Life Agent can help identify requirements and next steps for education, employment, healthcare, government services, financial planning, and other important milestones.

The pilot was conducted in partnership with Miracle University, a Sacramento-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping students who have left the traditional education system earn their high school diplomas and achieve academic and career success. The initiative focused on helping students digitize, organize, and securely manage their most important records while introducing them to emerging technologies that can support their long-term success.

“Our mission is to help students overcome barriers and unlock their full potential,” said Dr. Kadhir Raja, Founder of Miracle University. “Students need access to their documents, confidence in managing important life transitions, and guidance on what comes next. Vaultzy helps bring all of these together, empowering students to navigate education, employment, housing, and other life opportunities with greater confidence and independence.”

The pilot demonstrated the importance of giving individuals lifelong access to trusted records while providing the tools and guidance needed to use them effectively. As California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA, noted, “Never expired. Never lost. Your vital documents, all in one secure place.”

Looking ahead, Vaultzy plans to continue expanding its AI-powered capabilities. “We envision a future where every individual has a trusted AI companion that not only safeguards their records but also helps guide them through life’s most important transitions,” said Avanti Ramraj, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Vaultzy.

The success of the Miracle University pilot is helping inform broader discussions with educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, financial institutions, and public-sector leaders interested in modernizing how individuals manage and access trusted records while receiving guidance through important life transitions. One of the most promising opportunities is the potential application of Vaultzy within programs serving foster youth, seniors, and other underserved populations.

About Vaultzy

Vaultzy is an AI-powered document management and life assistant platform that helps individuals securely store, manage, and share important records throughout their lives. Combining secure document management, document intelligence, multilingual assistance, and agentic AI capabilities, Vaultzy is building the infrastructure for lifelong document ownership and trusted digital identity.

About Miracle University

Miracle University is a Sacramento-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping students overcome educational barriers and achieve academic, personal, and professional success. Through mentorship, education, and community support, Miracle University equips students with the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to transform their futures.

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