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Global banking phishing and fraud trends

22 clusters · 86 sources · last updated

Latest: Sociálna poisťovňa warns of new phishing scam mimicking mobile app

Authorities and legal experts across Europe continue to warn of rising banking fraud, phishing, and impersonation scams. In Spain, law enforcement has highlighted a surge in ‘smishing’, where fraudulent texts appear with

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Premium SMS subscription scams in Czech Republic

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Czech Republic: Scams targeting users via premium SMS subscriptions

Authorities and investigators in the Czech Republic are addressing fraudulent premium SMS subscription schemes. Scammers are reportedly using deceptive tactics, including fake QR codes in public areas and paid advertisem

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Czech mortgage market declines amid rising rates and new LTV

13 clusters · 46 sources · last updated

Latest: Czech National Bank signals potential interest rate hikes

The Czech mortgage market continues to face pressure from rising interest rates and tightening regulations. In August, average mortgage rates rose to 5%, up from 4.9% in July. This increase contributed to a decline in mo

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Czech and Slovak banking savings rate trends

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated

Latest: Czech banking market offers savings rates above 4% per annum

Banks in the Czech Republic and Slovakia are increasingly tying high-interest savings rates to specific customer behaviors, such as regular investing and transaction frequency. Initially, UniCredit Bank announced an inc

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Mortgage market developments in Slovakia and Czechia

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Mortgage planning: Key financial metrics for Czech borrowers

In Slovakia, commercial banks have initiated mortgage assistance programs to support clients facing higher monthly payments due to interest rate refixations. This shift follows the end of a state-funded program by the Mi

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Czech Republic energy policy and subsidy changes

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Czech banks to offer interest-free energy renovation loans

The Czech Republic is implementing new measures regarding energy costs and efficiency. Starting in 2026, the government will eliminate the POZE electricity subsidy charge, a fee previously used to support renewable energ

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Escalating cybersecurity threats in Slovakia and Czechia

6 clusters · 15 sources · last updated

Latest: Czech Republic faces surge in ransomware attacks on healthcare and IT

In late July 2026, Slovak officials highlighted that human error remains the weakest link in digital defence. A national cybersecurity briefing noted a 40% rise in reported incidents, reaching 1,650 cases, and specifical

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Back-to-school cost increases in Central Europe

3 clusters · 32 sources · last updated

Latest: ZUS reminds parents of November 30 deadline for school allowance

Rising costs for back-to-school supplies continue to impact families in Central Europe. In the Czech Republic, approximately half of parents anticipate higher expenses for school equipment. In Slovakia, one in five house

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