The Hong Kong Monetary Authority published an alert from Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited (HKICL) identifying three fraudulent websites that falsely offer buyer protection and support services for Faster Payment System (FPS) transactions. The websites have no affiliation with HKICL, which does not directly provide FPS services to individuals or ordinarily contact them proactively. The sites seek personal and banking information under the guise of processing refunds, reporting unauthorized transactions or providing cash rewards. One also requests identity documents and photos, enables purported FPS transfers involving a virtual wallet, and directs users to a fraudster posing as customer service personnel on WhatsApp. HKICL urged the public to protect personal information and report suspected fraud to the police.
2026-09-01Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Hong Kong Monetary Authority publishes warning on fraudulent websites impersonating Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority published an HKICL warning about three fraudulent websites offering fake FPS buyer protection and transaction support services. The sites seek identity and banking information, with one directing users to a fraudster posing as customer service personnel on WhatsApp.