Introduction In an increasingly digital world, safeguarding financial entities such as banks, investment firms, and insurers from information and communication technology (ICT)-related incidents is a top priority. DORA aims to enhance the security and resilience of financial systems by requiring most licensed financial entities to implement a comprehensive ICT risk management framework. In modern finance, technology
This year’s Identity Week Europe 2025 gathered industry leaders, regulators, and innovators to discuss the opportunities and challenges in the identity space. Among the insightful sessions, Veriff’s CPTO, Hubert Behaghel, delivered a compelling keynote, “Online Trust in the Age of Agentic AI.” Follow along to learn about key takeaways from his talk. As artificial intelligence
The digital world, for all its convenience, faces a relentless wave of online fraud. At Identity Week Europe 2025, a compelling panel discussion titled “Balancing Risk vs. Friction vs. Cost for Online Fraud” brought together industry leaders to dissect this complex challenge and explore potential solutions. Moderated by Matthew Finn, CEO, augmentiq, the panel featured
Online fraud is scaling faster than ever and so are the risks to enterprise reputation, compliance, and customer trust. According to Veriff’s 2025 Identity Fraud Report, global fraud attempts grew by 21% year-over-year, with deepfake attacks now driving 1 in every 20 identity verification (IDV) failures. Deepfakes aren’t just a novelty: they’re a direct threat
Although the United Kingdom (UK) has exited the European Union (EU), it remains committed to maintaining high standards of data protection. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), as implemented in the UK, is known as the UK GDPR. This regulation, alongside the Data Protection Act 2018, forms the bedrock of the UK’s data protection framework, guiding organizations
The rise of online gambling The U.S. gaming industry has earned overwhelming recognition as a growing, value-adding segment of the economy. In fact, 85% of Americans now acknowledge the casino gaming industry as a growth driver, while 76% believe it has a positive impact on the U.S. economy, according to the latest American Gaming Association
As someone responsible for fraud prevention, onboarding compliance, or risk operations, you already know how a small gap in process or documentation can create significant issues — from poor customer experience to regulatory scrutiny. Now, there’s another critical deadline on the horizon: REAL ID enforcement begins May 7, 2025. This change could disrupt your customer onboarding
Introduction: Building a trust-first digital world In today’s hyper-connected world, knowing and trusting who’s on the other side of the screen is mission-critical. As identity fraud grows more sophisticated, businesses must go beyond simple ID checks. Veriff’s approach to biometric identification, verification, and authentication helps organizations create secure, trustworthy digital interactions by validating real users
McKinsey’s article on digital identity begins with a thought-provoking question: What would you do if you had a copy of yourself? A digital doppelgänger, identical to you in every way, in an accurate digital rendering of your home, workplace, neighborhood, or city? Even better: What if the digital version of you—your digital twin—was impervious to injury,
Introduction to biometrics: Definition and importance Biometrics refers to the use of unique physical or behavioral characteristics—such as fingerprints, facial structures, and voice patterns—to identify and authenticate individuals. In today’s digital world, where security and identity verification are paramount, biometric technology has become increasingly important. Unlike traditional methods that rely on passwords or PINs, biometric systems
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