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

Synthetic Fraud Rises at ‘Alarming’ Rate as AI Evolves

Synthetic Fraud Rises at ‘Alarming’ Rate as AI Evolves
Synthetic Fraud Rises at ‘Alarming’ Rate as AI Evolves
June 28, 2023  |  Cybersecurity

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Plaid Launches Anti-Fraud Network
Plaid Launches Anti-Fraud Network
June 22, 2023  |  Identity theft

Plaid has launched a collaborative network designed to stop “the chain reaction of identity fraud.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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President Biden Proposes $1.6B to Fight Pandemic-Related Fraud
President Biden Proposes $1.6B to Fight Pandemic-Related Fraud
March 02, 2023  |  Cybersecurity

The Biden administration wants congressional approval for a $1.6 billion plan tackling COVID-related fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Advanced Identity Tools Speed Crypto Account Access and Build Revenue
Advanced Identity Tools Speed Crypto Account Access and Build Revenue
February 10, 2023  |  Digital Identity

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Intelligent Tech Balances Customer Convenience With Identity Theft
Intelligent Tech Balances Customer Convenience With Identity Theft
December 19, 2022  |  Digital Identity

Identity theft and other types of fraud will become even more widespread in 2023. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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PYMNTS Intelligence: Leveraging Technology to Combat Identity Fraud
PYMNTS Intelligence: Leveraging Technology to Combat Identity Fraud
November 04, 2022  |  Fraud Prevention

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Preventing Identity Fraud Comes Down to Effective Use of Data
Preventing Identity Fraud Comes Down to Effective Use of Data
November 02, 2022  |  Fraud Prevention

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How Synapse Ensures A Smooth And Secure Authentication Experience Via Behavioral Analytics
How Synapse Ensures A Smooth And Secure Authentication Experience Via Behavioral Analytics
August 01, 2022  |  Authentication

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