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Plant-based🌱 triathlete 🏊🏽‍♂️ 🚴🏽‍♂️🏃🏽🇿🇦🏳️‍🌈

[It's a thing @russels]

After all the years! Some icon works from the Johannesburg Art Gallery are again available for public viewing now at the Standard Bank Gallery. https://t.co/nm1Rh6O1P0

[Standard Bank Arts @StandardBankArt]

Watch art come alive with stories as #JAGHomecoming brings this important collection home to the Standard Bank Gallery. Witness art and heritage take shape. Opening 17 March. Experience it firsthand. #ChampionOfTheArts #MakingArtPossible

[It's a thing @russels]

Standard Bank's response to social media videos published by @DrAneleMngadi is so much more fact based and realistic. https://t.co/2a4FYqD7B6

[Wendy Knowler @wendyknowler]

FRAUD WARNING FROM STANDARD BANK’s head of fraud Marius le Roux:
“In recent cases, we’ve seen fraudsters impersonate reputable individuals or bank staff with astonishing accuracy. We are seeing a rise in scams where AI‑generated voices, cloned emails, and deepfake content are used to mimic legitimate communication from the bank,” he said.
Today’s scams look and sound more real than ever before, he said, enabling fraudsters to manipulate victims into sharing sensitive banking information, unknowingly granting remote access to their banking profile, or investing in entirely fabricated opportunities.

Phishing remains one of the most common ways criminals gain access to accounts, with many victims unknowingly providing login credentials on fake websites or via malicious links and QR codes disguised as bank communication. Standard Bank notes that these scams are increasingly sophisticated and often replicate the bank’s branding so well that even cautious consumers may fall victim. “Once fraudsters have the customer’s username, password, or intercepted One‑Time-Pin (OTP), they can rapidly escalate their attack,” explains Le Roux.

He says fraudsters often combine phishing with other forms of attacks, including spoofed phone calls that appear to come from the bank’s real number. During the call, they try to scare or convince the person into sharing sensitive information like banking details, passwords, PINs, or OTPs. Sometimes they also trick victims into making payments them. “The fraudster’s goal is to gain access to the person’s money or personal information by creating a sense of urgency or trust over the phone. It is therefore essential for customers to remain vigilant, verify any suspicious communications, and follow strong security practices to protect their personal and sensitive banking information,” he said.

He urges customers to make use of Standard Bank’s trusted fraud‑prevention features.
The bank’s Trusted Person tool adds an extra layer of payment protection by allowing a nominated individual to confirm or decline unusual transactions, while its Trust Call technology helps customers identify unknown callers and determine whether a call may be a scam.

How to protect yourself from multi‑layered scams

 *   Never click links, open attachments, or scan QR codes sent through email or text. Standard Bank does not send links or QR codes through email or text, for logging in, updating details, redeeming rewards, or ordering cards.
 *   Never share your sensitive banking information. This includes your login credentials, card number and expiry date, CVV (three digits on the back of your card), OTPs, or ATM PIN.
 *   Avoid disclosing personal financial details, such as information about your investments or where you hold other financial products.
 *   Frequently check your account statements. Standard Bank customers can enable MyUpdates through in-App SMSes or emails to notify them of what’s happening on their accounts, allowing them to always track any suspicious or unauthorized transactions and promptly report them.

[It's a thing @russels]

An exciting time ahead for South African football. #SBlove https://t.co/f32tOg5Wfy

[Standard Bank ZA @StandardBankZA]

“With Standard Bank on board it means that now they will really elevate to their greatness”, SAFA CEO, Lydia Manyepao shared, reflecting on the timely impact of this partnership as key tournaments get underway for our national teams.

A defining moment for the game for sure.

#BackedByBlue💙

[It's a thing @russels]

@KasiEconomy @AfricaCheck

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@ZandiSussex She is walking in stilettos on gravel, hence the awkward walk. Nothing bizarre about her demure.

[It's a thing @russels]

Hi! For the past two days I have been getting this error when selecting "Loyalty" on the app. I have the latest version of the app. Please advise. TIA

[It's a thing @russels]

Join @sbgroup in a journey towards a more sustainable world through its free Sustainability Academy. Explore how you can integrate environmental and social considerations into everything you do. #SustainabilityJourney https://t.co/2m1OvCpgjm

[It's a thing @russels]

#SBGResults #SBLove💙

[Standard Bank Group @SBGroup]

We’re announcing our 2025 Interim Results on Thursday, 14 August. Join us on our social media pages as we unpack the numbers, share key highlights, and hear directly from our leadership team. #SBGResults

[Standard Bank Group @SBGroup]

We’re announcing our 2025 Interim Results on Thursday, 14 August. Join us on our social media pages as we unpack the numbers, share key highlights, and hear directly from our leadership team. #SBGResults

[Standard Bank Group @SBGroup]

Lungisa Fuzile, Chief Executive for Africa Regions and Offshore, and Deputy Chair of the #B20 Finance and Infrastructure Task Force, shares how we are determined to make this year’s G20 a truly African moment. #B20SouthAfrica #GrowingAfrica

Read more: https://t.co/U1DaF3h9Tl

[Hazel Appleyard @HazelAppleyard]

Professor learns to speak Gen Alpha for his class.

This is fantastic. 🤣

[It's a thing @russels]

My final test ahead of IRONMAN 70.3 Durban in 2 weeks. I had a full hip replacement 8 months ago. I do my Ironman events to raise funds for @IRONMAN4theKidz. Help me help them by donating to the foundation here: https://t.co/ntltoRylEM

[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

Do not take your good health for granted. Be selfish about your health.

[It's a thing @russels]

@thelostsheep1 @John_Mars3 @IOL ICBC has only a 20% stake in Standard Bank Group.

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@MeyerDrina @eNCA Digitalisation is not about taking jobs away from people. It is creating and enabling a digitalised nation to make education, services and the economy more accessible to more people.

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@RockChannel_Vid Courtney Cox appeared in Springsteen’s music video in 1984, on stage dancing with The Boss.

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With AI (rightfully) being the talk at every leadership meeting, it is crucial that the human element not be forgotten. https://t.co/dp0aGx1FeM

[It's a thing @russels]

@wayneduv @city_mogale @MYANC Road construction on the M5 (Beyers Naude Drive) past Honeydew to the N14 came to a sudden halt 2 years ago. Millions spent. Tonnes of material in the site going to waste. What is the plan?

[It's a thing @russels]

@nasiphim Who taught this "Officer" to drive? Basic mistakes that would have failed in a driver licence test.