Peruvians Urged to Protect Digital Identities Amidst Rising Fraud Concerns

Peruvians Urged to Protect Digital Identities Amidst Rising Fraud Concerns Lima, Peru – A recent TikTok video by La República highlights a growing concern in Peru: identity theft. The video features street interviews with everyday citizens, revealing varying levels of awareness regarding the risks of having their personal information misused. One interviewee stated, "Me está pasando lo mismo, por eso vengo a reclamar." (It's happening to me too, that's why I'm here to complain.) The video promotes Mi Sentinel, a service designed to help Peruvians monitor their credit history and detect any unauthorized loans or phone lines opened in their names. The service provides alerts and tools to help users take quick action if they detect suspicious activity. Experts emphasize the importance of proactive measures to protect digital identities. The video's popularity underscores the need for increased public awareness and the availability of resources like Mi Sentinel to combat this growing problem in Peru.