Surge in Phishing Attacks Targets Taiwanese Online Shoppers

• •Phishing cases in Taiwan rose to 505, with losses of NT$54.51 million in August 2026.
• •Scammers are targeting users of Shopee and Momo through fake alerts and impersonation tactics.
• •Overall telecom fraud decreased, indicating a shift in scam strategies towards more targeted phishing.

In August 2026, Taiwan experienced a significant increase in phishing cases, with 505 incidents reported, resulting in losses of NT$54.51 million (approximately US$1.71 million). This marks a doubling of cases from 253 in the same month last year, while overall telecom and internet fraud decreased by 22.3%. Scammers are primarily targeting users of popular e-commerce platforms like Shopee and Momo, using tactics such as impersonating customer service agents and sending fake alerts about abnormal orders or pending refunds. The Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) advises the public to be cautious of suspicious links and to verify claims through official channels. The rise in phishing incidents poses a risk to consumer trust and could impact online shopping behaviors in Taiwan.