THE conjurors of the digital world use the marketing technique of “see it first then believe.” Online, they portray themselves as ideal figures: young and fabulously wealthy. Their facade, which is dazzling to some, is the bait they use to attract their prey.

We saw this with Indra Kesuma, alias Indra Kenz, a 26-year-old from Medan. He bragged about his wealth by posting pictures of his assets on social media. Indra also produced a b