70% of Hongkongers use same password for multiple accounts

25.08.2011

"This research by PayPal and CityU reveals an apparent disconnect between Hong Kong people's high interest in using online and mobile payment methods with their low awareness and readiness to protect themselves against the potential risks," said Charles Mok, Chairman of the Internet Society Hong Kong. "As Hongkongers spend more of their professional and personal time online, we must work together to raise awareness of online risks and help people safeguard themselves against fraud."