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Published: 2024-12-12

The Dark Side of Cashless Transactions: Understanding Threats to Banking Security

Research scholar, Punjabi University Patiala, NH 64, next to Urban Estate Phase II, Patiala, 147002 Punjab, India
Professor, Punjabi University Patiala, NH 64, next to Urban Estate Phase II, Patiala, 147002 Punjab, India
Cashless banking Cybercrimes Technology Threats Digital Frauds

Abstract

The digital revolution is considered one of the most significant events in the course of human history. The exponential growth in the usage of the Internet, e-commerce, and mobile commerce has transformed the conduct of business. Similarly, the banking industry has experienced exponential growth as a result of the revolution in information technology. People without access to financial services now have more options to engage with and make direct use of banking services because of internet connectivity and mobile phones. Computers and other electronic media conduct all financial transactions nowadays. In order to use the internet's strength and keep up with the rapidly evolving business landscape, banks have established themselves on the Web. The digitalization of the banking sector has also led to an increase in the number of digital frauds in the country. Fraudsters and criminals have targeted cashless banking as a means to steal personal information from customers. Although cashless banking has improved bank efficiency and made people's lives easier, it also raises the danger of fraud and other risks. This study highlights the numerous risks that customers face when using cashless banking.

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How to Cite

Mehak, & Sekhon, S. (2024). The Dark Side of Cashless Transactions: Understanding Threats to Banking Security. International Journal of Advances in Business and Management Research (IJABMR), 2(2), 8–13. https://doi.org/10.62674/ijabmr.2024.v2i02.002

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