SANTO DOMINGO – The Dominican Republic's Multiple Banking Association (ABA) called on users and the general public to maintain healthy habits when browsing the Internet and using digital tools, as a way to prevent them from becoming victims of cybercrime.
In a press release, the ABA highlighted that, in recent years and especially due to the pandemic, the number of users with internet access has increased significantly, as has the potential risk through this platform.
The union detailed that, according to statistics from the Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (INDOTEL), at the end of 2021 there were 9,466,815 users, showing a growth of 8% (701,547 new users) compared to December 2020, when there were 8,765,268 accounts.
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The ABA explained that since last year it has been carrying out a continuous guidance initiative, through the website yonavegoseguro.com.do, to raise awareness about cybersecurity and offer useful information to those who use technological and digital resources.
Taking this initiative as a reference, the association called on users to be vigilant against different methods used by cybercriminals to carry out scams, identity theft, and information theft, among other practices.
The ABA pointed out that one of these methods is "phishing," a social engineering technique that uses fake emails to steal private information, extort money, or infect computers or mobile phones with viruses. Therefore, it recommended always verifying that the sender is who they claim to be and not an imposter.
The association reminded financial users that banks have various channels available to clarify doubts or report problems related to cybersecurity regarding the services they offer.
Finally, the entity reiterated the commitment of its members to support users of multiple banking services in the proper management of their digital habits and to offer them quality services, while protecting their banking information, thus guaranteeing an increasingly secure digital banking system.
