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Why PPP fraud hit fintechs harder than banks

American Banker

Scammers may have had more success at duping fintechs than banks in obtaining Paycheck Protection Program loans. But there are reasons for this apparent disparity.

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Is your bank stopping fraud?

Banking 2020

First the good news – banks in Britain stopped nearly £1 billion in attempted fraud in the first six months of 2015. Banks prevented £7 in every £10 of attempted fraud, according to Financial Fraud Action (FFA) UK, which reports that losses on payment cards, online and telephone banking and cheques totalled £325.3

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B2B FinTech On The Cusp Of Change

PYMNTS

While Lending Club generally focuses its services on consumers, the implications of Laplanche’s resignation have echoed throughout the SME lending space as well and could see a further decline in banks backing small business loans offered through marketplace platforms. 65% of U.K.

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Big rise in Australian card fraud

Banking 2020

Cases of card not present (CNP) fraud are continuing to rise across all corners of the globe, as EMV forces criminals away from traditional fraud channels. cents the year previously, and significantly higher than the less than one cent per $1,000 registered for cheque fraud. How can CNP fraud be prevented?

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Can faster payments outrun fraud?

Banking 2020

In the UK, the scheme was launched nearly seven years ago back in May 2008, and in the years following there was a surge in online banking fraud. After receding, online banking fraud losses jumped again last year to reach more than £60 million. Losses went from £22.6 million in 2007 to £52.2m in 2008 and £59.7 Prevention.

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Social network analysis for fraud detection in payments

Banking 2020

Social network analysis for fraud detection is becoming an increasingly important and useful tool. As payment fraud continues to rise, particularly in the card-not-present (CNP) space, this approach is proving an effective fraud detection technique. Traditional methods for detecting fraud involve a silo approach.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Developing an Anti-Fraud Program

Banking 2020

Protecting a financial services organization against fraud requires much more than a strong password policy and client education. The sophistication of cyber attacks and high risk of fraud necessitate a comprehensive anti-fraud program that includes policies, processes and technologies. Step 2: Perform a root cause analysis.

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