Check Fraud news and trends

Fraud Is 31x More Likely on Checks Than Real-Time Payments
Real-Time Payments // August 29, 2025

Banks say they fear fraud on real-time payment rails. The numbers say they shouldn’t. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Lawmakers Zero In on Check Fraud Crisis
Fraud Prevention // June 17, 2025

Regulators and lawmakers are taking a fresh look at payments fraud, and as a result, federal action may be brought to bear on the growing challenge of check fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Banks Say Debit Card and Check Fraud Attacks Are Gaining Momentum
Fraud Prevention // April 08, 2025

PYMNTS Intelligence data has detailed the continuing appeal of debit cards as preference for everyday spending, prized for convenience and as a way to spend cash on hand, rather than tapping credit (and adding to monthly debt burdens). Get the Full Story Complete the form...

SMBs Need to Cut the Check Before Checks Cut Them
B2B Payments // February 04, 2025

It’s 2025, and yet many of America’s businesses are still stuck in the past, stubbornly clinging to paper checks. The problem with doing payments the same way they’ve done since the 18th century? Fraudsters, always looking for an easy target, are increasingly using 21st century technology...

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Fraud Is 31x More Likely on Checks Than Real-Time Payments

August 29, 2025
Banks say they fear fraud on real-time payment rails. The numbers say they shouldn’t. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

SMBs Need to Cut the Check Before Checks Cut Them

February 04, 2025
It’s 2025, and yet many of America’s businesses are still stuck in the past, stubbornly clinging to paper checks. The problem with doing payments the same way they’ve done since the...

The Payments Problem Small Businesses Don’t Know They Have

December 20, 2024
The circle of trust and the issues around risk management explored in PYMNTS’ recent “What’s Next in Payments” articles are often heavy on future technology. They may bring to mind...

Paper Check Fraud’s Weakest Link Is … the Paper Check

November 05, 2024
Given the chance, most consumers will choose digital payments over paper checks. Yet the check endures, expensive to make and mail and manage, and they often sit uncashed at the...

Quick Reads
Corpay Debuts Automated Payment Tool for Immigration Firms

November 24, 2025
Corporate payments company Corpay has introduced a solution for U.S. immigration law firms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

FinCEN Issues Spanish-Language Resources to Combat Mail-Theft Related Check Fraud

December 11, 2024
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued Spanish translations of two resources focused on mail theft-related check fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Financial Institutions Face Surge in Check Fraud

November 19, 2024
Banks, credit unions and brokerages are reportedly racing to keep up with a surge in check fraud as tips for committing the crime are being shared on social media platforms....

Featurespace and OrboGraph Team to Combat Check Fraud

July 23, 2024
Financial crime prevention firm Featurespace has launched a partnership with fraud detection software maker OrboGraph. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...