The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:
 
     The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by WeChat Pay Hong Kong Limited relating to bogus calls. The relevant stored value facility (SVF) licensee has reported the case to the HKMA.
      
     The HKMA wishes to remind the public that anyone who has provided his or her personal information or account credentials, or who has conducted any financial transactions, in response to bogus calls, should contact the relevant SVF licensee, and report to the Police or contact the Anti-Deception Coordination Centre of the Police at 18222.

Ends/Friday, May 24, 2024
Issued at HKT 21:00

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