Protect your prosperity: Watch out for scams offering too-good-to-be-true deals for CNY

By ANGELIN YEOH

Authorities and cybersecurity experts advise caution when searching for online deals during the festive season. — AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star

With the Chinese New Year around the corner, purchasing new items such as clothes or hiring a cleaning service for extra help to spruce up the home is a priority to many.

However, both authorities and cybersecurity experts advise caution when searching for online deals during the festive season.

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