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Interview: Five scams targeting Australian businesses this year

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Jan 21, 2025
Chris Sheehan, an Executive at National Australia Bank and former Australian Federal Police officer, dives into the alarming rise of scams targeting Australian businesses and consumers. While Australians lost less money overall, scam attempts are on the rise, particularly involving AI technologies, voice replication, and remote access schemes. Sheehan emphasizes the importance of vigilance, independent verification of bank communications, and collaborative efforts among banks to fight back. Practical tips on recognizing phishing scams round out this insightful conversation.
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INSIGHT

Scam Losses vs. Attempts

  • Scam losses are down 20% year on year, but attempts are up 18%.
  • Increased awareness and bank security measures contribute to lower losses.
ADVICE

Digital Skepticism

  • Treat digital communications with skepticism, especially unsolicited ones.
  • Verify information directly with banks via known contact methods.
INSIGHT

Bank Collaboration

  • Australian banks collaborate on security despite market competition.
  • They share real-time data via the Biocatch Trust Consortium to prevent fraud.
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