Context
The FCA has confirmed that it has received reports of scam emails claiming to be from RegData (data collection platform) which appear to request firms to provide information via RegData: this is not an official data request.
Key points to note
- Firms should be aware that the fake FCA emails claiming to be from RegData have the domains:
- rdc-fca.com
- rdc-fca.org.uk
Next actions
Firms should remain vigilant, ensuring that emails, letters and phone calls are checked for signs that they may not be from the FCA. For example: listing a mobile or overseas contact phone number, an email address from a hotmail or gmail account, or a foreign PO Box number. Scam emails or letters often contain spelling mistakes and poor grammar.
If there is any doubt about the authenticity of contact from the FCA, the FCA Consumer Helpline can be contacted on 0800 111 6768 for verification.