Fraud in the age of agentic AI: What e-commerce merchants need to know

When the first retail e-commerce store was introduced in 1984, it presented a massive opportunity: consumers no longer had to leave their homes to shop. As online shopping capabilities have grown, purchasing everything from clothing and furniture to medication and more has become quick and convenient. Today, shoppers seldom have to set foot in a

Trust by design: Shaping the future of crypto ecosystems

The cryptocurrency market is undergoing a massive transformation. What started as a decentralized experiment has matured into a complex financial landscape requiring robust guardrails. At Merge São Paulo 2026, an all-women panel of industry experts took the stage to tackle one of the most pressing topics in this space: how to build the next generation

Insights from Austin: Our key takeaways from Marketplace Risk

As we move deeper into 2026, the landscape of fraud and compliance is shifting rapidly. The Marketplace Risk event in Austin, Texas event gave us a front-row seat to hear how industry giants like Airbnb, Amazon, Meta, Thumbtack, and DoorDash are navigating these changes. The consensus? While the challenges are evolving, the commitment to safety

Beyond borders: How APAC marketplaces can conquer cross-border fraud

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region has emerged as a global powerhouse for digital marketplaces. Millions of buyers and sellers connect across borders in dynamic, fast-growing economies every day. From Singapore to Sydney and Tokyo to Jakarta, the APAC cross-border marketplace landscape is as diverse as its people. However, with this unprecedented growth comes a significant shadow: