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Why Aussie Banks Won't Refund Scammed Customers
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There are growing calls for banks to do more to protect customers against scams and refund victims after Aussies lost $2.7 billion to scams last year. The Australian Banking Association is concerned that reimbursing claims could turn Australia into a honeypot for scammers. CEO Anna Bligh joins us to explain.

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