Central Bank of Ireland Releases Investor Warning List - March 26, 2025 Update

The Bank of Ireland issued a financial risk alert, calling on the public to be vigilant against fraud

Recently, the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) issued a public alert to warn the public and financial institutions to be vigilant against increasing financial fraud and unauthorized financial services activities. This alert reflects the CBI's continued focus on consumer protection and financial stability, especially in the context of the rapid development of digital financial services.

Alarm background and main content

The CBI pointed out in the alert that a number of fraud cases have been found recently, and criminals have tricked consumers into providing sensitive personal information or transferring funds by forging websites, false investment platforms, and fake financial institutions. Some fraudsters even claimed to provide 'high-yield investment opportunities' or 'emergency fund unfreezing services' in the name of CBI to defraud the victim's trust.

The CBI stressed that the agency would not directly ask the public for financial information or request transfers via phone, email, or social media. In addition, the CBI reminds consumers to check whether the enterprise has legal authorization qualification through the registration query system of its official website (www.centralbank.ie) before investing or using financial services.

Industry and regulatory response

As the core regulator of the Irish financial system, the CBI has strengthened its crackdown on unauthorized financial activities in recent years. In 2025, the CBI repeatedly put enterprises suspected of violations on the alert list and worked with the Irish police and international authorities.

Public Advice

CBI gives a series of recommendations to help consumers reduce risk. Before investing, verify the qualification of the institution through the official website; be alert to the 'zero risk high return' project; do not disclose personal information to strangers. If you encounter fraud, immediately report it to the CBI or the Irish police to protect your property.

Conclusion

This alert again highlights the threat of financial crime to ordinary consumers. As the means of fraud continue to escalate, CBI's active warning and public education are particularly important. In the future, the Bank of Ireland is expected to continue to strengthen the application of RegTech and cooperate with EU financial regulators to maintain market order and consumer rights.