Digital channels account for 85% of data-theft frauds, report finds

A new report indicates that 85.1% of frauds involving data theft, mobile app credentials, and card information now occur through digital channels, underscoring a shift in criminal tactics toward online vectors. The statistic is attributed to La República, but the underlying source and methodology are unspecified, leaving the scope and regional focus uncertain. This matters because it signals a persistent and growing cyber threat to financial systems, likely prompting increased regulatory and corporate attention.