August 29, 2021 • 2 mins
It may be easier than we think to combat online scams that are continuing to run rampant in New Zealand.
New research by BNZ shows nearly four out of five New Zealanders are being targeted by a scam and nearly a quarter are falling for them.
It comes as BNZ launches its annual Scam Savvy Week, running from today until Friday.
BNZ's Head of Financial Crime, Ashley Kai Fong told Kate Hawkesby with everyone online in lockdown, they’re more susceptible.
But he says there are simple steps people can take.
“Keep their software updated, do all the software patches that are required and actually educate their staff not to click on links.”
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New research by BNZ shows nearly four out of five New Zealanders are being targeted by a scam and nearly a quarter are falling for them.
It comes as BNZ launches its annual Scam Savvy Week, running from today until Friday.
BNZ's Head of Financial Crime, Ashley Kai Fong told Kate Hawkesby with everyone online in lockdown, they’re more susceptible.
But he says there are simple steps people can take.
“Keep their software updated, do all the software patches that are required and actually educate their staff not to click on links.”
LISTEN ABOVE
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