New initiative teaches S’pore seniors how to spot and avoid online scams

The seniors will also learn how to best keep their digital devices safe, call the anti-scam hotline or seek advice from NTT and Lions Befrienders volunteers in case they come across a suspected scam. — Dreamstime/TNS

SINGAPORE: Seniors who receive messages online allegedly from a bank official asking them for their account details and personal data should be careful as they could be a scam.

These are scenarios trainers from global technology firm NTT are coaching seniors as part of a new programme to help them identify common ruses and stay safe online.