Identity Theft

Identity theft is the deliberate use of someone else's identity, usually as a method to gain a financial advantage or obtain credit and other benefits in the other person's name, and perhaps to the other person's disadvantage or loss.

Source: consumer.ftc.gov

AI/BOTS: Machine Learning Tips Online Fraud Scales

AI/BOTS: Machine Learning Tips Online Fraud Scales
AI/BOTS: Machine Learning Tips Online Fraud Scales
July 25, 2017  |  Artificial Intelligence

Technological advances are pushing the boundaries for what’s possible in a variety of industries. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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RSA: Biometrics Are The Sweet Spot Between Convenience And Security
RSA: Biometrics Are The Sweet Spot Between Convenience And Security
July 12, 2017  |  Cybersecurity

Teach a man to phish and he’ll launch a phishing attempt every 30 seconds for the rest of his life. So what can businesses do...

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How To Feed The Fraud Fighting Machine
How To Feed The Fraud Fighting Machine
June 22, 2017  |  CEO Series

How do machines learn to learn? In Episode Three of PYMNTS’ machine learning podcast, Socure CEO Sunil Madhu and PYMNTS CEO Karen Webster get technical...

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Millennials Most Likely To Fall For IRS Scam
Millennials Most Likely To Fall For IRS Scam
April 27, 2017  |  Cybersecurity

Yes, phone scams are still a thing. In fact, data indicates that consumers will receive a combined nine billion calls from known scammers this year....

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Cybercriminals Are Buying Tax Info To Cash In On Fraudulent Refunds
Cybercriminals Are Buying Tax Info To Cash In On Fraudulent Refunds
April 07, 2017  |  Fraud Prevention

Tax season is a busy time for cybercriminals, with consumers’ personal data being sold online so thieves can file fraudulent tax returns and cash in...

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EMV Pushes eCommerce Fraud Spike
EMV Pushes eCommerce Fraud Spike
March 30, 2017  |  Cybersecurity

The good news about EMV is that it has drastically dropped the instance for cloned-card fraud that was far more endemic in the mag stripe...

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CFPB Reports Consumers Complain About Disputed Credit Card Charges
CFPB Reports Consumers Complain About Disputed Credit Card Charges
March 29, 2017  |  Payment Methods

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released its monthly complaint snapshot Tuesday (March 28) in which it reported that consumers continue to report problems when trying...

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HSB Research Shows Heightened Concern Over Tax Fraud and Identity Theft
HSB Research Shows Heightened Concern Over Tax Fraud and Identity Theft
March 23, 2017  |  Cybersecurity

It’s that time of year — tax season is officially underway. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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