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Online scams exploiting big brand names
Local firms like SBS Transit, Lazada and SIA warning customers to be on their guard
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One woman was asked to part with $2,000 after responding to a text message purportedly from transport company SBS Transit.
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Well-known Singapore companies - including SBS Transit (SBST), Lazada and Singapore Airlines - are warning consumers to be on their guard against online scams which are using their brand names to try and dupe victims for money.
Police reports have been made and The Straits Times understands scammers have claimed at least one victim, while other targets have had narrow escapes.
