The Hong Kong Monetary Authority published an alert from Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited (HKICL) about a fraudulent website, https://www.hkfps.cfd, that purports to be from HKICL and is designed to trick users into handing over login credentials and engaging with a fraudster posing as customer service. HKICL said the website is not affiliated with HKICL or any HKICL business, and noted that its genuine official website is https://www.hkicl.com.hk. It also advised that HKICL will not proactively contact individual members of the public under usual circumstances, and urged the public to remain vigilant, verify suspicious communications via HKICL’s general line, and report suspected fraud to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2026-02-05
Hong Kong Monetary Authority and HKICL warn of fraudulent website impersonating Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued an alert regarding a fraudulent website impersonating Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited (HKICL) to deceive users into providing login credentials. HKICL clarified that the site is unaffiliated with them and advised the public to verify suspicious communications and report fraud to the police.