Ai Fraud news and trends

Fake Normal Is Becoming the New Fraud Threat
Fraud Prevention // March 16, 2026

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AI-Generated Damage Claims Trigger Retail Crackdown on Return Fraud
Retail // March 03, 2026

Retailers are facing a new and more sophisticated form of return fraud, one in which artificial intelligence is being used against them. Shoppers are submitting AI-generated images of damaged or incorrect products to claim refunds on merchandise they received in good condition, and the practice...

AI Arms Race Pits Insurers Against Fraudsters
artificial intelligence // January 08, 2026

Insurance fraud has always been a cost of doing business. What has changed is the speed, scale and sophistication with which it can now be committed. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Capitol Hill Confronts AI’s Growing Grip on Financial Services
artificial intelligence // December 10, 2025

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AI Finds the Cracks Between Login and Payment

March 17, 2026
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Fake Normal Is Becoming the New Fraud Threat

March 16, 2026
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Instant Payments Shift Fraud Liability Into Real Time

December 09, 2025
Beyond the victims and the billions of dollars in losses, the rise of AI-driven fraud means banks, FinTechs and payment providers must think about risk, liability and real-time fund flows....

GenAI Fuels New Wave of Sophisticated Financial Fraud

April 16, 2025
Fraud is getting more sophisticated, thanks to artificial intelligence (AI). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Quick Reads
Capitol Hill Confronts AI’s Growing Grip on Financial Services

December 10, 2025
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TikTok Turns to AI to Drive Away AI-Driven Scams

November 11, 2025
eCommerce platforms like TikTok Shop are reportedly flooded with an uptick in AI-fueled scams. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Phony AI-Created Receipts Become Real Problem for Businesses

October 26, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reportedly helping employees scam their bosses with phony expenses receipts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Plaid Updates Identity Verification to Combat GenAI Fraud

May 13, 2025
Plaid has updated its identity verification (IDV) product to counter the threat posed by fraudsters who use generative artificial intelligence. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...