Don't respond to anonymous ads, says MAS

The Monetary Authority of Singapore says it is always prudent not to respond to ads you are unsure of, especially if the promise of returns appears too good to be true. ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG
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If online advertisers want your personal details but choose not to disclose their own, steer clear.

After all, the crooks behind many phishing scams usually operate by luring customers to give their details so that they can call them and make them part with their money.

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