WARNING! Don’t fall for these tap to pay scams
Rather be safe than sorry
Darren Maule has joined the tap to pay gang this week however, there are some scams that one needs to be aware of when using this feature.
Tap-and-go or contactless payments, like tapping your card or utilising your smartphone or smartwatch at a point-of-sale (POS) terminal, are gaining popularity for their convenience.
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According to the Ombudsman for Banking Services (OBSSA), this scam works by exploiting near-field communication (NFC) technology and tap-and-go payment systems.
NFC technology scams involve fraudsters using stolen bank card information, such as the card number, expiry date, and CVV number, to make fraudulent purchases through digital wallets.
As shared a few weeks ago here’s a video that depicts a recent scam and others that you should be aware of:
Tap-Tap!!! Be careful of Card Scammers.
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) March 12, 2024
The victim had no clue that her card was being cloned or that she was being scammed. #CrimeWatch pic.twitter.com/TWXJ9BIGpO
Stay alert and when in doubt, check in with your bank.
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