There have been reports of identity theft, as scammers called victims pretending to be from the “1988” hotline. Don’t fall for the scam, as the “1988” hotline does not make outbound calls. The “1988” is dedicated specifically to relief and economy revitalization and operates under the Executive Yuan. Citizens who have any doubts and questions may call this hotline 24/7 for clarification. The operator of the 1988 hotline will never make outbound calls. Please stay alert to prevent your personal data being stolen. In the event of encountering any suspicious websites or messages, please call the 165 anti-fraud hotline to report the case.