Fraud prevention stories
AI fraud networks exploit UK shoppers amid festive season
2 days ago
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online fraud
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fraud prevention
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identity verification
AI-driven fraud threatens to undermine Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping, with UK scams costing victims over GBP £11.5 million last year.
Why identity management is an essential investment for Australian financial services providers in 2025
3 days ago
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biometrics
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mfa
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cryptocurrency
Allaying rising concerns about privacy and security is critical for organisations and institutions that want to survive and thrive.
Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders
Last week
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Avast warns of a surge in fake online shops targeting New Zealanders, with nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites identified as the holiday shopping season nears.
Rise in counterfeit websites threatens holiday shoppers
Last week
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
As the festive shopping season approaches, researchers have identified nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites, endangering online shoppers seeking deals.
Yuno introduces Mastercard's Click to Pay for clients
Last week
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cx
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martech
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payment technologies
Yuno now offers Mastercard's Click to Pay, a secure checkout solution aimed at reducing cart abandonment and enhancing the e-commerce experience.
ICO urges firms to responsibly share data to tackle fraud
Last month
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data protection
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email security
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data privacy
The Information Commissioner's Office is urging organisations to share personal information responsibly to combat the UK's growing fraud crisis.
Shoppers warned of AI scams as Black Friday nears
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phishing
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email security
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ai
As Black Friday nears, experts warn consumers of sophisticated AI-driven scams, urging caution as losses from fraud continue to escalate.
Exploring the role & impact of bots in eCommerce
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
In a new article, Shira Itzhaki from Forter examines the dual role of bots in eCommerce, highlighting the challenge of distinguishing harmful from helpful bots.
Global fraud attacks rise 19% amid AI exploitation
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collaboration
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fraud
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financial institutions
A new report reveals a staggering 19% rise in global fraud attacks, largely fuelled by AI exploitation, highlighting urgent need for improved detection measures.
Appsflyer adds AI layer to boost fraud prevention tool
Last month
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data analytics
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ai
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digital marketing
AppsFlyer launches an AI enhancement layer for its Protect360 fraud prevention solution, tackling the rising threat of sophisticated advertising fraud.
SAS campaigns for anti-fraud AI during awareness week
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
SAS teams up with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners to advocate for anti-fraud AI during International Fraud Awareness Week amid rising fraud tactics.
Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.
Hornetsecurity launches DMARC Manager to enhance email security
Last month
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email security
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cybersecurity
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dmarc
Hornetsecurity has unveiled DMARC Manager, a tool designed to simplify email security for organisations managing multiple domains amid rising fraud threats.
AI-driven fraud & deepfakes pose escalating global threat
Last month
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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phishing
The Entrust Cybersecurity Institute's 2025 report reveals AI-assisted fraud incidents surged, with deepfake attacks hitting every five minutes in 2024.
Bad bot evolution: AI bots challenge online security measures
Last month
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ai
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cybersecurity
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online security
Researchers at Barracuda report that evolving AI bots, termed 'grey bots', are increasingly challenging online security by mimicking human behaviour.
New Zealand to launch eInvoicing for all agencies by 2026
Last month
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einvoicing
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interoperability
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fraud prevention
The New Zealand Government is set to implement eInvoicing across all agencies by 2026, promising faster payments and improved accuracy for businesses.
RobobAI unveils AI platform for optimising B2B payments
Last month
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storage
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data analytics
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fintech
RobobAI, an Australian fintech, launches an AI platform to optimise enterprise working capital and enhance B2B payment systems amid economic uncertainty.
Australians warned of Black Friday online shopping scams
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malware
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edr
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cybersecurity
Australians are being warned to stay vigilant as online shopping scams surge during Black Friday, with losses exceeding AUD $14.9 million this year.
Cyber incidents cost Australia AUD $4.26m per breach in 2024
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
Cyber incidents in Australia now average AUD $4.26 million per breach, a 27% rise since 2020, highlighting urgent cybersecurity needs.
Fed gov imposes fines for inadequate scam prevention
Last month
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uc
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email security
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risk & compliance
The federal government is set to impose fines of up to AUD $50 million on companies failing to implement effective measures against rising fraud.