PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

A massive spike in fraud of all kinds has taken businesses by surprise and left them scrambling for solutions, Trulioo Chief Operating Officer Zac Cohen told Karen Webster in a recent conversation. Unfortunately, those firms are finding that they’re surrounded by fraud sharks eager to take a bite out of their business.

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Abrigo

MARCH 21, 2025

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has honored Abrigo for supporting financial institutions and contributing to major criminal investigations through our anti-money laundering and fraud detection monitoring solutions. This recognition is a reminder that every suspicious activity report (SAR) matters. financial system.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 9, 2020

9) that hackers may have gained information about customers' personal email accounts, Reuters reported. The wire service said a Robinhood statement indicated that the company’s internal systems were not compromised and that they are “actively working with those impacted to secure their accounts.”. billion.

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PYMNTS

JULY 9, 2020

The July FI Fraud Decisioning Playbook examines how FIs are working to better detect and defend against ATOs. Relying on static usernames and passwords to authenticate customers is no longer sufficient, and many FIs are therefore examining how tools like biometrics can offer greater security. Around The FI Fraud Decisioning World.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

But the Financial Times (FT) reported moving from a furnished office space to a living room table can present cybersecurity risks. As more devices connect to the web, it creates more opportunities for these thieves, FT reported. IBM reported the average cost of a single breach for a business is nearly $4 million, according to FT.

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Abrigo

MARCH 18, 2025

Payment system types, trends, and fraud risks Understanding how payment systems function, the different types in use, and the associated risks is critical for financial institutions to be able to balance innovation with security. Payment systems are at the heart of modern banking, enabling secure and efficient money transfers.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 3, 2020

When it comes to B2B payments fraud, it’s not a matter of if it happens, but when. Speaking with Karen Webster in a recent interview , OnPay Solutions President and CEO Neal Anderson explained that organizations have to prepare themselves to mitigate the fraud threat, even as employees work from home. ” $4.13 ” $4.13

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Education, collaboration, and advanced fraud detection software can help prevent it. The increasing threat of elder fraud On December 4, 2024, FinCEN, along with the supervisory agencies, issued a s tatement on e lder f inancial e xploitatio n, or elder fraud. Get details What is elder financial exploitation?

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 24, 2020

In a case that highlights how anybody — truly, anybody — can be a victim of invoice fraud, federal officials have reportedly charged two brothers in New York State for an alleged $19 million scam targeting Amazon. Fitzhugh warned, "Invoice fraud is not a victimless crime. Canada and the world over. Canada and the world over.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 21, 2020

Mobile banking is under constant attack from fraudsters, however, who are targeting both customers’ funds and personal data, such as account numbers, Social Security numbers, payment card data and login credentials. ATMs are common avenues for fraud, however, especially those that are running outdated software. billion by 2024.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Unfortunately, scammers take advantage of this time to exploit vulnerable individuals through confidence scams, one of the most prevalent and costly types of fraud in the U.S. billion of reported losses due to this type of fraud in 2023 and around 40,000 victims in the United States. Staying on top of fraud is a full-time job.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Cybercriminals are well aware that merchants are setting higher thresholds for blocking transactions, which is a major flaw of rules-based fraud prevention strategies.”. Digital fraud is a longstanding issue for retailers and banks. Furthermore, 22 percent of Americans have reported being targeted by COVID-related fraud.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 29, 2020

While fraud affects less than 1 percent of all card purchases, consumers who do lose funds from their bank accounts must go through lengthy and often stressful processes to get their money back. Getting security right also means balancing customers’ security and privacy concerns. Around The Next-Gen Debit World.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 15, 2020

A recent hack compromised around 2,000 Robinhood Markets accounts, suggesting the attacks were more widespread than previously realized, Bloomberg reported. Social media saw a deluge of complaints about the attacks, Bloomberg reported. Some users reported not hearing back from the company for multiple days.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Pandemic-related fraud attempts continue to climb. In a report by OpenText , researchers found that one-quarter of Americans was targeted in a coronavirus-related phishing email attempt, and more than three-quarters said they have opened emails from unknown senders. 45 percent of U.S.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

According to the 2019 edition of the FBI’s Internet Crime Report , last year was both a lucrative and diverse year for cybercriminals and scammers. All in, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received a total of 467,361 complaints, with reported losses exceeding $3.5

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 26, 2021

PYMNTS recently reported that “66.7 These struggles are leading many to examine cutting-edge tools that can help them better protect these transactions from fraud,” according to PYMNTS January 2021 Real-Time Payments Tracker® done in collaboration with The Clearing House. First, appreciate how far RTP had come.

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Perficient

AUGUST 4, 2024

Improved Security and Compliance With stringent regulatory requirements in the financial sector, security and compliance are paramount. High-Impact Examples in the Financial Services Industry Real-Time Fraud Detection and Prevention Fraud detection is critical in the financial industry.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 29, 2020

In the ongoing scandal of Wirecard , under fire for fraud, the focus is now turning to auditors Ernst & Young (EY), which reportedly failed to report Wirecard’s “unorthodox financial arrangements” as far back as 2016, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

The risk of fraud continues to climb for organizations of all sizes as the latest data reveals third-quarter spikes in business email compromise and ransomware scams. Plus, the latest allegations of fraud hit the PPE supply chain, and the U.S. Plus, the latest allegations of fraud hit the PPE supply chain, and the U.S.

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Perficient

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The economic risks of AI to the financial systems include everything from the potential for consumer and institutional fraud to algorithmic discrimination and AI-enabled cybersecurity risks. Fraud screening.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 5, 2020

Fraudsters looking for their own enrichment are also populating these platforms, however, making it imperative that both consumers and the companies providing these digital bowling, poker or roleplaying games take security seriously. Deep Dive: Guarding Gaming Platforms Against Online Fraud. Around The Digital Identity Ecosystem.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

The federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) designed to blunt the economic impact of the pandemic is beset by extensive instances of fraud, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported, attributing the conclusion to public records and interviews with government officials. The program provided about $525 billion to 5.2 million businesses.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Criminals seeking to exploit unmet demand for the COVID-19 vaccine are selling doses – many presumably fake – on the "dark web," the portion of the internet dominated by merchants who operate beyond easy reach of law enforcement agencies, the Financial Times reported on Friday (Dec.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 17, 2020

When it comes to fraud threats, no company — large or small — is immune. PYMNTS breaks down the numbers of the latest in B2B fraud below. 9 in 10 of ASX 100 companies were found to have lapsed security strategies that allow for email spoofing and invoice scams , a new report from Agari said.

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South State Correspondent

APRIL 1, 2025

Popular use cases include request for payments using the instant payment rails (above), loan payments and transaction verification to prevent fraud. Secure Authentication: RCS offers stronger security features compared to SMS, making it a viable option for two-factor authentication and other bank security measures.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

The telecommunications industry is but one of many sectors looking to more securely verify customers and avoid fraud, which remains a growing problem. million) since 2015, with 483 incidents being reported in June alone. Protecting Against SIM Swap Fraud By Deploying Digital Identity. More than 6.2

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Key Takeaways Elder financial abuse/exploitation (EFE) is under-reported although it remains on the rise. ABA study shows banks are reporting more cases of EFE. The Senior Safe Act provides a safe harbor for financial institutions reporting suspected EFE. . The under-reported and growing crime. billion annually.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 7, 2020

According to CNBC reports , the email phishing scheme involves attackers impersonating one business executive at a China-based business that offers temperature-controlled supply chain solutions. But the BEC scam is not the only kind of business payments fraud plaguing firms today.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

More than 200,000 Americans have lost $145 million linked to the COVID-19 pandemic since the start of the year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported on Tuesday (Sept. Fraud has soared during the coronavirus, spurred by the massive shift to digital that has left doors open for scammers.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 7, 2020

District Court for the Southern District of Florida with wire and bank fraud and conspiracy for seeking $24 million in forgivable PPP loans. They were charged with conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud, bank fraud, wire fraud, false statements to a financial institution and money laundering.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Combating Cyber-Enabled Fraud Requires Communication Increases in cybercrime or cyber-enabled fraud deserve attention from financial institutions, as Abrigo expert Terri Luttrell explains in this video. . You might also like this whitepaper, "The 2021 BSA/AML and Fraud Staff Survey: Top Issues for FinCrime Fighters".

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 25, 2021

This increased digital engagement can create challenges, however, as it opens up new avenues for fraud in addition to making transactions more convenient for customers. A Lloyds Bank study found that this type of fraud has increased fivefold over the past year, accounting for up to 1 percent of all loan applications.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

The number of real-time payments has risen dramatically in recent years, and APP fraud has grown alongside it. Bad actors typically perpetrate APP fraud in several ways. APP Fraud Ramps Up. Instances of APP fraud around the globe have continued to rise as real-time payment rails extend their reach.

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Abrigo

MARCH 8, 2024

Bank wire fraud is growing and becoming more complex. Takeaway 1 Bank w ire transfer fraud is increasing due to technological advances today. Takeaway 2 Transnational criminal organizations commit b ank wire transfer fraud and use a variety of techniques to make Americans their victims. billion in losses reported.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 24, 2024

Prevent fraud when adopting FedNow Credit unions can prevent fraud as they connect to FedNow. Use this guide to understand available tools and the steps AML and fraud teams should take. You might also like this FedNow implementation guide with details on appropriate AML/CFT and fraud considerations.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 19, 2021

Yates was charged with two counts of wire fraud. There has also been an abundance of fraud connected to the coronavirus, including other such scams where people would make up fake businesses to access relief money. Last year, PYMNTS reported hundreds of probes being opened into fraud associated with the PPP program.

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