fraud

Fraud is intentional deception to secure unfair or unlawful gain, or to deprive a victim of a legal right. Fraud can violate civil law, a criminal law, or it may cause no loss of money, property or legal right but still be an element of another civil or criminal wrong.

Mastercard: Small Business Growth Hinges on Using Tech Better, Not Chasing Trends
Mastercard: Small Business Growth Hinges on Using Tech Better, Not Chasing Trends
February 27, 2026  |  SMBs

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Meta Sues Advertisers Over Alleged Celebrity Impersonation Scams
Meta Sues Advertisers Over Alleged Celebrity Impersonation Scams
February 26, 2026  |  Legal

Meta is suing advertisers who have allegedly impersonated celebrities to defraud consumers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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The Clearing House: Trust Is the Gatekeeper for What’s Next in Payments
The Clearing House: Trust Is the Gatekeeper for What’s Next in Payments
February 24, 2026  |  Payments Innovation

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Experian Acquires AtData to Strengthen Identity Capabilities
Experian Acquires AtData to Strengthen Identity Capabilities
February 23, 2026  |  Acquisitions

Experian acquired AtData, a data and intelligence company employing “email insights technology,” according to a Monday (Feb. 23) news release. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Agentic Agents Confront and Combat Fraud as Scams Accelerate
Agentic Agents Confront and Combat Fraud as Scams Accelerate
February 23, 2026  |  Fraud Prevention

A consumer receives a text message that appears to come from her bank. The tone is urgent. The link opens a convincing login page. Credentials...

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Open-Loop Systems Help Modernize Transit Payments
Open-Loop Systems Help Modernize Transit Payments
February 23, 2026  |  Transportation

Transit systems around the world are moving away from cash and paper tickets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Discover Network Shows How Sharing Data Can Turn the Tide on Fraud
Discover Network Shows How Sharing Data Can Turn the Tide on Fraud
February 20, 2026  |  Security & Fraud

Fraud is no longer a marginal cost of doing business. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Experience Economy Pushes Payments to $20B Super Bowl Test
Experience Economy Pushes Payments to $20B Super Bowl Test
February 18, 2026  |  Digital Payments

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Stronger Digital IDs Help Stop $34 Billion in Fraud Losses
Stronger Digital IDs Help Stop $34 Billion in Fraud Losses
February 16, 2026  |  Authentication

Fraudsters have been using artificial intelligence, automation and highly convincing impersonation tactics to steal identities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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