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Digitalization of banking has made our lives more convenient, allowing us to get work done from the comfort of our homes. However, this convenience comes with increased risks. Cases of digital banking fraud are on the rise, with criminals constantly inventing new ways to exploit innocent people. Private sector bank ICICI Bank has issued a warning to its customers regarding one such emerging threat.
ICICI Bank decided to inform this alert to its customers through email. In the email, the bank explained that fraudsters are defrauding individuals by pretending to be bank employees. The Bank emphasizes the need for caution, as these criminals may contact customers posing as Bank employees or officials and ask for sensitive information. If you make the mistake of sharing this information, you may become a victim of fraud.
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ICICI Bank says that genuine bank employees never ask for personal or sensitive information from customers. The email provides customers with guidance on how to keep their hard-earned money safe.
ICICI Bank assures customers that the bank never asks them for such information or requests them to transfer money to other bank accounts. If you ever receive any suspicious call asking for such information, you should immediately report it to the National Cyber Crime Unit. You can visit their website cybercrime.gov.in or call the helpline 1930. Your vigilance is important to protect your finances in the digital age.
