The constant evolution of identity fraud tactics requires companies to implement flexible, low-friction, risk-based approaches to combating criminal fraud. Traditional approaches for ID verification rely on static personal identity information (PII) like the name, address, Social Security number, date of birth, and phone number of an individual. However, when considered in isolation, these elements are […]
Cyber-fraud criminals are sophisticated, well-funded, and adapt quickly to exploit weaknesses in new platforms, software, and mobile devices. As a result, the number of cyberattacks continues to grow while identity fraud prevention plays catch-up. The key for risk managers is to find an identity verification solution that is fully customizable but also easily adaptable to […]
Information and communication technologies have evolved rapidly over the last several decades. Today’s smartphones are more powerful than desktop computers used in the 1980s and 90s—despite being a fraction of the size. This rapid technological expansion has brought with it innumerable blessings and challenges for consumers and businesses alike. While the infiltration of tech into […]
According to a 2017 World Bank survey, roughly 1.7 billion adults worldwide do not have an account with a financial institution or mobile money provider. The vast majority of these people live in developing economies where volatile currencies and weak banking systems make the idea of opening an account seem riskier than it’s worth. However, […]
Over the course of the past few years, online gaming has seen an unprecedented surge in popularity. Along with the growing number of legitimate users, fraudsters and criminal organizations are becoming increasingly savvy in how they exploit online gaming platforms for numerous financial crime activities. In order to protect your online gaming platform from exploitation, […]
The amount of personal data stored in servers around the world is a treasure trove for fraudsters and criminals. Targeted hacking schemes and data breaches can be very lucrative. The information stolen in these attacks is bundled into data packages and sold on the black market or dark web to other criminal enterprises. In fact, […]
As online business solutions and digital transaction services continue to evolve, the competition for new customers – while keeping the ones you’ve got – will continue to be fierce. Innovated technologies impact both sides of the business/client relationship. To stay ahead, businesses must find the best way to integrate new, emerging technologies with their current […]
With advances in technology and increasing dependence on online business and account services, verifying customer identity in applications with controlled access is more important than ever. In some cases, it is even a legal requirement.
The Russia-Ukraine War highlights the needs for extra attention to Know-Your-Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes. The volume of AML has increased with the addition of new financial activity restrictions to the group referred to in the media as “Russian Oligarchs.” Therefore, as the number of individuals blocked from financial transactions grows, so does […]
If you do business over the internet, it is now more important than ever to provide secure online access to your clients and customers. With the world’s growing reliance on technology and cloud-based business solutions, businesses face the real and ever-present threat of security breaches and fraud.