Technological sophistication has indeed helped speed up and facilitate financial transactions. Unfortunately, this sophistication has also given rise to various banking crimes using the latest technology too.
Currently, banking crimes can be committed anywhere and at any time. Various media can be used, for example crimes via the internet, telephone, and even short message services (SMS). What are the types of banking crimes and how to avoid them? Let's take a look.
Telephone fraud
The lure of getting a prize or interest in the advertised item is a method that is often used. The criminal will guide you to the ATM and follow the instructions. To avoid this, first check the caller's identity. Immediately hang up the phone and check the information received. Hang up the phone it is fake. To avoid this, never reply to the e-mail, let alone enter your account data and PIN. If you are curious, immediately call the bank and ask about the e-mail.
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Fake call center telephone numbers
In this mode, criminals make it appear as if your bank's ATM machine is damaged and the card has been swallowed. You will immediately be directed to contact the fake call center number near the ATM machine. So, at that moment you will immediately be asked to mention the PIN number and a replacement card will be sent immediately. To avoid this, always write down the telephone number of your bank's 24-hour call center as a customer. Never give your PIN number to anyone because the bank will never ask for it.
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