The Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerted the public to scams reported by banks, including fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other related frauds. It directed readers to the relevant bank press releases linked on the Hong Kong Monetary Authority website. The authority reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not ask for sensitive information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who provided personal information or carried out financial transactions through the scams should contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force's Crime Wing Information Centre.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority2026-07-17
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to bank-reported phishing websites, fake login screens and related scams
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority warned the public about bank-reported scams involving fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and similar frauds. It reiterated that banks will not send transaction links by SMS or email or ask for passwords or one-time passwords through those channels. Affected individuals should contact the relevant bank and report the case to the police.