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When one click costs thousands: Your bank account may be your most exposed asset

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For most South Africans, digital banking has become second nature. We pay accounts from our phones, shop online, book holidays, transfer money to family and friends and invest through banking apps – all in a matter of seconds. Unfortunately, criminals have become just as comfortable operating in this digital world. Michael Whitehead of Aon South

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Online money safety tips for kids (and parents) these holidays

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With the school holidays now underway, South African parents are preparing for a familiar challenge – how to keep their kids safely entertained during long days at home. Today, however, this challenge extends beyond physical safety to online safety, too. UNICEF research suggests that more than 95% of South African children have regular access to

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Trust on the line: How to recognise a legitimate telesales call

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Most of us recognise the moment: An unknown number flashes on the screen. We hesitate, decline or answer, expecting to disengage quickly. Unsolicited calls have become part of everyday life. Increasingly, the instinct to avoid them is driven by more than inconvenience. It’s about trust. The recent shutdown of an illegal call centre in Umhlanga

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How financial advisers can help you stay safe from scams

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In an increasingly digital world, financial scams have become more sophisticated and frequent, posing a serious threat to the hard-earned savings and retirement plans of everyday consumers. From deceptive phishing emails to elaborate fraudulent investment schemes, these scams can wipe out a lifetime of disciplined saving in an instant. Protecting your financial future is no

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Keep cybercriminals at bay this holiday season

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As year-end approaches, people are gearing up to make the most of the holiday season. Unfortunately, this time of year also attracts cybercriminals who exploit people’s relaxed attitudes and lowered defences. International Fraud Awareness Week, running from 17 to 23 November, is a timely reminder to stay informed and protect yourself from digital threats. JustMoney.co.za,

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Essential tips to safeguard yourself from financial scams

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Many cash-strapped South Africans are turning to credit to make ends meet. Unfortunately, fraudsters are also looking to cash in on the increasing demand for credit, and there is little they won’t do to take advantage of vulnerable victims. The solution is to take both proactive and reactive measures to outsmart swindlers and protect your

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