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Beware, as the holidays are a goldmine for bank fraudsters

Beware, as the holidays are a goldmine for bank fraudsters

ABN Amro warns that criminals are increasingly exploiting personal data shared online to commit bank fraud while people are on vacation. Research conducted among one thousand residents indicates that consumers should remain vigilant against these sophisticated fraud attempts during the holiday season.

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