Phone Fraud or Vishing Activity up by Almost 300%

Phone fraud up by almost 300% according to latest AIB report

AIB’s report shows a 6% increase in customers falling victim to text and call scams.

Phone fraud up by almost 300% in first five months of 2025, says AIB

New data released by the lender on Friday shows a 6% increase in customers falling victim to smishing/vishing scams

Phone fraud or vishing activity up by almost 300%

Phone fraud or vishing activity jumped almost 300% between January and May, new data shows.

Phone fraud or vishing surges by almost 300%

Phone fraud or vishing activity has surged by almost 300% between January and May, according to new data from AIB. The latest Fraud Trend report from the bank reveals a 6% rise in customers falling victim to smishing or vishing scams. These typically involve phone calls that often follow after a customer responds to a fraudulent text message. Meanwhile, losses associated with customers compromising their login details are up 67%. "We are continu…