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France's Court of Cassation tightens rules against fake bank details fraud

France's Court of Cassation rejects the concept of 'apparent creditor' in fake bank details fraud cases.

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This ruling ends a legal precedent that protected victims of erroneous transfers.

Businesses and individuals must now prove due diligence to avoid financial losses.

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Why it matters

Les victimes de fraudes au faux RIB ne pourront plus invoquer la bonne foi pour récupérer leurs fonds. Les banques et les entreprises devront renforcer leurs procédures de vérification des coordonnées bancaires.

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