Tuesday, August 18, 2026

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Do not share your banking information or verification codes: Oman’s CPA warns

Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has warned consumers against sharing their banking information, card details or one-time passwords (OTP).

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Tuesday, August 18, 2026

MUSCAT: The authority reminded the public that it does not request bank card details or OTP verification codes from consumers, stressing that such sensitive data should never be disclosed to anyone claiming to represent the authority.
The warning comes as part of efforts to strengthen consumer awareness and protect individuals from potential financial fraud and unauthorized transactions.

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