Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited has warned that a fraudulent website is impersonating the company and purporting to offer “Buyer Online Protection” services for Faster Payment System transactions. The services advertised include buyer refunds, unauthorized transaction reporting and online transaction support. The website has no affiliation with Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited or its business. The company does not directly provide Faster Payment System services to individual members of the public and, under usual circumstances, does not proactively contact them. The public should remain alert to suspicious communications, protect personal information and report suspected fraud to the police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority2026-08-13
Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited warns of fraudulent website impersonating FPS buyer protection services
Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited has warned of a fraudulent website purporting to offer buyer protection services for Faster Payment System transactions. The company does not provide FPS services directly to individuals or usually contact them proactively and advised the public to report suspected fraud.