The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a scam alert after receiving a report from Chiyu Banking Corporation Limited about fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens. The HKMA has linked to the bank’s related press release on its website. The HKMA 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 request sensitive information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. People who have provided personal information or conducted transactions in response to these scams should contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-12-01
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on fraudulent Chiyu Banking Corporation websites and internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a scam alert following reports from Chiyu Banking Corporation Limited about fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.