Experts from 'Call Back Yourself' reminded about state measures to…
Experts from 'Call Back Yourself' reminded about state measures to protect against fraudsters.
Consensus
- The Russian government is intensifying efforts to combat cybercrime, especially phone and internet fraud.
- The state information system 'Anti-Fraud' unites banks, telecom operators, and regulators for rapid data exchange.
- The Central Bank maintains a database of fraudulent transfers and 'drops'—individuals involved in moving stolen funds.
- Banks are required to verify every payment and freeze suspicious transactions for 48 hours.
- Measures have already led to a reduction in the volume and number of thefts.
- Financial institutions are implementing cooling periods for consumer loans.
- Telecom operators mark incoming calls with labels like 'Spam' or 'Suspicion of Fraud' and block calls from spoofed numbers.
- Operators are held accountable for using SIM-boxes, with early positive results.
- Citizens can use the state services portal to set self-imposed restrictions on loans, SIM card issuance, and real estate transactions.
- Experts recommend that individuals hang up on unknown callers and call official contacts directly.
- Individuals should not share SMS codes or transfer money upon request from strangers.
Points of divergence
- The idea of requiring Russians to confirm large transfers via SMS and MACS has been revived by the Ministry of Digital Development and is included in the third package of bills aimed at combating fraud. — vm
- Telecom operators have introduced digital assistants that detect fraud in real time and special hotlines for victims. — m24
- The 'Pererezvoni sam' project was created in 2022 by Pravi. — m24
Coverage (2 sources)
- Experts from 'Call Back Yourself' Remind About State Measures to Protect Against Fraud — Вечерняя Москва
- Experts from 'Call Back Yourself' reminded about state measures to protect against fraudsters — Москва 24