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Comment by Cthulhu_

5 hours ago

Well sure, but the average consumer needs and/or wants some protections, safeguards and insurances. If my bank gets hacked or even if I get skimmed it's considered their fault and I'll get my money back.

>I'll get my money back.

If the police retrieves your money from the thief?

  • That's if it was stolen from you directly.

    If it's stolen from a bank, it's their obligation to recuperate you.

    FWIW, most countries have a type of insurance if a legally operating bank goes under, at least some of your savings are protected (eg. in Serbia that's up to 50kEUR).

  • While I can't speak for other places, in the UK, if you haven't been careless and report quickly enough, your refund is not dependent on anyone being caught.