QCB has emphasised the importance of safeguarding the confidentiality and privacy of personal and banking information for all customers.

The QCB urges customers to avoid clicking on any suspicious links received via SMS.

It is important to note that text messages sent by banks operating in the country will never include electronic links.

The QCB further advises customers to immediately contact their bank when receiving unsolicited SMS messages containing an electronic link requesting personal or banking information.

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