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What is the safest bank to apply for a Credit Card?

I want to apply for a credit card because of its convenience, however owning a credit card has its pros and cons. Since this is my first time applying for a credit card, I fear that someone might try to take advantage of it in case I lose my credit card. I want to find out which bank would offer me the best security in case this happens.

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    Singapore has been known to have the safest banks in the world. According to an article published in 2019 by Global finance, DBS bank holds the title for the safest bank in Asia for 11 consecutive years and the 15th safest bank in the world. DBS bank has also been recognized by Euromoney as the "Worlds Best Bank"

    2020.03.24 15:44

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