Understanding employment verification Employment verification and employment verification checks are crucial steps in the hiring process that confirm a candidate’s previous work history and ensure they have the skills and experience for the role. This process involves verifying employment dates, job titles, and job duties to confirm the accuracy of the information provided by the
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Bank card fraud: The emerging threat of emulator and injection attacks in 2025
Introduction Fraudsters are constantly evolving their tactics, and the rise of emulator and injection attacks has brought a new dimension to bank card fraud. These attacks leverage sophisticated methods to exploit vulnerabilities in digital banking systems, creating significant risks for both businesses and consumers. In this blog, we’ll explore what emulator and injection attacks are, how they are used
The rise of AI in tax rebate scams: a wake-up call for businesses in 2025
Introduction Tax rebate scams are a sophisticated form of fraud in which scammers impersonate tax authorities to deceive individuals into sharing sensitive information or making payments under false pretenses. With the increasing use of AI, fraudsters can now create highly convincing phishing emails, text messages, and even phone calls, making these scams more difficult to
Explaining Virginia’s Age Verification law for online content providers
A 2023 survey of adults in the United States found that women were more likely than men to strongly support the implementation of age verification mechanisms for online content. Meanwhile, six percent of surveyed men said they would strongly oppose the implementation of such tools, compared to two percent of women who stated the same. In
UK AI Regulation 2024: Balancing innovation and risks in finance
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to shape various sectors, the UK is uniquely positioned. The nation’s AI sector is thriving (according to the UK´s AI sector study), with rapid healthcare, transport, and economic productivity advancements. Yet, the regulatory landscape around AI remains relatively light. While the UK government acknowledges the need to oversee AI’s growth and potential
Exploring the dual nature of AI in governments: Risks and solutions
Throughout 2024, over 60 countries—representing nearly half of the global population— will hold national elections. This pivotal year not only marks a significant electoral moment, but also highlights the growing influence of AI in shaping political narratives. AI-generated content, particularly deepfakes, has become a powerful tool, capable of blurring the lines between satire, parody, and
What are the most common frauds in small and medium-sized businesses, and their impact?
According to a recent Nationwide survey, small-medium-sized (SMB) business owners in the US are becoming increasingly concerned about the potential for cyberattacks to disrupt their operations. Identity fraud is a pervasive issue that impacts individuals and businesses of all sizes. Small and medium-sized businesses face unique challenges that make them particularly vulnerable to small business fraud.
Veriff launches FaceBlock tool for Self-Serve product
Veriff, a global identity verification and authentication platform, has released a new feature for its Self-Serve product, used by startups and SMBs. FaceBlock provides an additional layer of security to catch suspected repeat fraudsters who attempt to bypass security measures. FaceBlock as a fraud prevention tool Smaller businesses often struggle with limited resources to combat
Veriff named a category leader in the Chartis RiskTech Quadrant for Enterprise Fraud Solutions
Veriff, a leading identity verification and authentication platform, is proud to be named a Category Leader by Chartis in its RiskTech Quadrant for Enterprise Fraud Solutions, and Best in Class Capabilities: Application Fraud and Identity Risk, in RiskTech Quadrant for Enterprise Fraud Solutions for 2024. According to Chartis, IDV and other identity-related risk management tools
The impact of AI and deepfakes on US political campaigns: Entering a new era
Throughout American history, instances of election fraud have been well-documented by historians and journalists. One of the most infamous examples is Tammany Hall, a political organization in 19th-century New York City, led by figures like Boss Tweed. From the intimidation of voters to the misuse of proxy voting, vote buying, misleading ballot papers, ballot stuffing, vote