[Finance] Financial Holdings Diversify Anti-Fraud Efforts, Entering Military Camps to Enhance Soldiers' Fraud Awareness

In response to ever-evolving fraud tactics, domestic financial holdings are adopting a "segmented" approach to anti-fraud efforts, making them more precise and pervasive. They are collaborating with the Ministry of National Defense to enter military camps and enhance the fraud awareness of all officers and soldiers. Furthermore, they are visiting the Army Academy of R.O.C. to deliver systematic courses and share case studies, highlighting the integrated benefits across "anti-fraud, the military, and education." Fubon Life is the first financial institution in Taiwan to partner with the Ministry of National Defense in promoting anti-fraud awareness. Together, they have launched the "Fraud Prevention Education and Awareness Roadshow," which has visited military camps in Hualien, Taitung, Kaohsiung, Pingtung, and Yilan. A total of 8 events have been held, with over 1,700 participants, enhancing the overall fraud awareness of officers and soldiers. Additionally, they visited the Army Academy of R.O.C. for the first time to engage with military cadets. Financial holdings have diverse subsidiaries. By leveraging their respective expertise, customer base, and service locations, "segmented anti-fraud" can be more effective. Surveys indicate that over 70% of new immigrants are the primary financial managers of their households, yet they still face challenges such as operational anxiety, digital risks, and unclear service processes. Moreover, those who self-assess their Chinese reading ability as better are actually more likely to encounter scams, suggesting that the need for anti-fraud measures is not just a language issue but also related to the increase in online shopping, investments, and social media usage. Taipei Fubon Bank, in collaboration with the Nanyang Taiwan Sisters Association, is promoting the "New Immigrant Financial Empowerment Program" and has released a "Survey on New Immigrant Financial Service Experience and Needs." Through focus groups with new immigrants and their second generation, and a 490-valid-sample questionnaire collected in 7 languages, they have gained in-depth insights into the financial needs and pain points of new immigrants. Furthermore, "fraud awareness" can start from a young age. The impact of fraud extends beyond financial loss; it can also erode trust and a sense of security among family members. Non-life insurance companies are using anti-fraud picture books with relatable everyday scenarios to help parents and children recognize common scam tactics involving phone calls, text messages, and websites. This assists the public in improving their ability to identify suspicious calls, messages, and URLs, enabling children to become "little anti-fraud helpers" at home. According to statistics from the National Police Agency's 165 Anti-Fraud Dashboard, in June of this year, "fake investment scams" accounted for 32% of the total financial losses from all types of scams, continuing to top the list of fraudulent methods. The securities industry is promoting nationwide anti-fraud efforts by organizing anti-fraud family day events targeting investors, thereby strengthening public awareness of investment fraud prevention. (Editor: Chen Shih-lien)