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Students’ perception of cyber security in use of Fintech

Issue Abstract

Abstract
There is increasing usage of FinTech and internet among college students and it has also led to the rise of cyber security risks. Ignorance of cybercrimes and proper education has contributed to the growth of cybercrimes in India. This paper explores to identify the cyber security measures  adopted and risk concerns with use of FinTech among college students in Coimbatore. A questionnaire survey was conducted among 131 college students of Coimbatore to collect the required data and consolidated. The study also attempts to identify gendered differences and technical knowledge in awareness level of cybercrimes. 
Keywords: Cyber Security, FinTech, Cybercrimes, Risks
 


Author Information
Sripriya V
Issue No
9
Volume No
2
Issue Publish Date
05 Sep 2023
Issue Pages
107-115

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