Be Vigilant Online
Gain confidence in the digital world
Be Vigilant Online
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Building digital resilience in the community
Over 50,376 scams were reported in 2023 alone, with $651.8 million lost.
The threat of scams can be intimidating, and prevent those who are fearful of scams from going online. But a safer online community starts first with a digitally inclusive society, so that knowledge and recognition of scam tactics is widespread and scammers can be effectively thwarted. Beyond the security measures DBS/POSB has in place to combat evolving scam typologies, including security controls, surveillance and monitoring systems, we’re committed to driving anti-scam awareness to raise public vigilance on the latest scams and fraud.
Among the ongoing partnerships in our anti-scam awareness efforts, DBS Foundation, in support of the national Digital for Life movement by Infocomm Media Development Authority, has partnered Cyber Security Agency of Singapore to equip our communities with skills to navigate the digital world safely and confidently.
This initiative builds on the efforts of DBS Foundation’s Community Impact chapter to prepare communities to face the future with confidence, armed with digital and financial literacy skills.
6 security tips to protect yourself online
Banking online can be safe if you stay vigilant. Learn how to protect yourself against scams with these 6 simple security tips!
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Be Web Wise
- Do not open suspicious links and attachments, or scan QR codes from unknown sources
- DBS / POSB will never send links to websites in our SMSes and emails
- Verify bank requests through our official website or hotline
Stay Alert
- Set transaction alerts on your bank accounts and debit/credit cards
- Keep your contact details updated to get timely alerts and detect fraudulent transactions early
- Review your transactions regularly. If you notice any unauthorised transactions, use Payment Controls to block your debit/credit card or our Safety Switch to halt any further transaction and call the bank immediately
Healthy Device
- Update your phone to the latest iOS or Android operating system
- Enable 2-factor authentication for extra security
- Install apps from official app stores such as Apple App Store or Google Play Store
Aware
- Avoid sharing personal information online
- When using public Wi-Fi, refrain from carrying out sensitive activities like online banking
Responsible
- Review your phone's privacy settings, do not grant unnecessary permissions on your apps
- Do not share unverified advertisements or news to prevent scams and misinformation
Protect
- Secure your device with a strong password and fingerprint or facial authentication
- Set a lower daily transfer limits to limit your exposure to fraudulent transactions
- Regularly review your security settings with Security Checkup
- You can also choose to lock up your money digitally with digiVault
Continue your digital journey with us
Whether you’re looking to learn more about cashless payments or protect yourself against online scams, we’ve developed a series of workshops to cater to your needs. Sign up today!
Workshops Schedule & Registration Details
Stay updated on the latest news on recent scams and frauds here!
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