Businesses can do more to protect consumers from malware

As cyber attackers get a boost from AI, customers look to businesses to protect them.

There were several reports throughout 2023 of people being scammed of their hard-earned savings after their phones were hacked.  PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO FILE
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If one were to compile a list of the major security concerns in 2023, the scourge of scams would easily sit among the top spots.

There were several reports throughout the year of people being scammed of their hard-earned savings after their phones were hacked. 

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