UAE’s central bank warns customers about scammers, fraudsters
July 21, 2020
The central bank reminded consumers not to answer such calls and messages, as well as opening any attached links to avoid data exposure to malicious websites.
ABU DHABI —The central bank of the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday warned customers about the increase in fraudulent activities, and urged them not to disclose their personal information, such as bank account details, to any person or entity.
Moreover, the regulator and banks operating in the UAE confirmed that they do not request such information from consumers and warned them of malicious phone calls and fraudulent messages that they may receive via WhatsApp using the central bank’s name and logo.
In addition, the central bank reminded consumers not to answer such calls and messages, as well as opening any attached links to avoid data exposure to malicious websites.
The central bank urged the public to report to the relevant authorities when they receive fraudulent calls and messages or in the event of financial fraud. The central bank confirmed the concerted efforts of the concerned authorities in the UAE to limit financial fraud activities and to raise public awareness about it. — WAM
