‘Cursed island’: the $100bn luxury development hosting tech nomads and scammers
Malaysia’s Chinese-backed Forest City, a $100bn luxury development, is facing reputational damage due to police raids. The project has attracted tech nomads and scammers, further complicating its status.
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