Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
HKMA 2026 Chinese New Year anti-fraud and electronic lai-see campaign The first campaign project utilises artificial intelligence technology to create a brand-new anti-fraud music video. Based on the concept of Kung Fu (martial arts) game, Deputy Chief Executive of the HKMA Mr Arthur Yuen transforms into a game character, facing off against the original fraudster character “Lachachu” (despicable banana in Cantonese) in a battle between good and evil. The new series features the HKMA’s original character, “Horse Butler”, and includes 10 animated stickers covering themes such as festive greetings, daily transfers, financial innovation, and fraud prevention. Lately, there have been fraudsters distributing fraudulent Chinese New Year stickers or electronic lai-see with phishing QR codes or hyperlinks via instant messaging software, tricking users into receiving lai-see or greeting cards, and attempting to steal personal information or money. Members of the public should stay highly vigilant during the festive season.Issued at HKT 17:40
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