HKICL warns of fraudulent FPS refund website
HKICL alerted the public to a fraudulent website (hkiclfps.cc) impersonating HKICL and offering fake FPS refund and transaction support services.
The impersonation site targets FPS users under a fake 'Buyer Online Protection' brand, indicating evolving social engineering tactics against Hong Kong's retail payment rail. Banks should reinforce customer education and transaction monitoring for FPS-related scam patterns.
Payment fraud typologies against FPS require updated detection rules and customer alerts.
Action Required
Update fraud typology libraries and customer warnings; monitor for related impersonation scams targeting FPS users.
Direct impersonation of payment infrastructure operator elevates fraud risk for FPS participants.
Fraud alert: HKICL impersonation site targets FPS users with fake refund services. Refresh scam detection rules, customer warnings, and staff training on FPS-related social engineering.
“HKICL noted a fraudulent website at hkiclfps.cc imitating 'Buyer Online Protection' offering refund, unauthorised transaction reporting and support for FPS payments. No affiliation with HKICL.”
Published: 2026-07-23