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Scamwatch warns Australians to be vigilant against scams following Optus breach

In this photo illustration, the second largest

The second largest telecommunications company in Australia, the Optus logo is displayed on a smartphone screen Source: LightRocket / SOPA Images/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Gett

Australia's consumer monitoring body is warning Australians and businesses affected by the Optus data breach to be on the lookout for scam messages that are already circulating. Experts are urging the government to consider more robust legislation to protect the sensitive information of Australians.



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