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Illustration depicting a woman facing left; lines twist and circulate through her hair; images of puzzle pieces, lightbulbs, and gears surround her - for article on how social engineering fraud works.

Understanding Social Engineering Fraud: From Psychological Traps to AI‑Driven Fraud

Social engineering scams may start with a phone call from someone impersonating a loved one, claiming to need your help. Or it might be an urgent email that appears to be from your boss. Or a text message from a government agency warning you about a hefty fine you didn’t expect. According to a 2023 report from the Federal Trade Commission, these scams have already cost US consumers $12.5 billion in losses.

Dan Holmes
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What is Enterprise Fraud Management (EFM): Strategies and Emerging Trends

If you want to secure your house from intruders, your first move would be to lock your door, right? It’s a smart first step. But determined criminals aren’t easily deterred.

Andy Renshaw
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AI & Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are no longer theoretical ideas. Today’s banks need them to operate efficiently. Learn the best practices to implement AI and machine learning.

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AML

Roughly $2T in illegal activities are laundered by criminals each year. Learn how global anti-money laundering (AML) efforts have shifted and what FIs can do to comply with shifting regulations.

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Fraud & Scams

Banks face pressure to deliver seamless user experiences for their customers and stop fraudsters cold. Learn more about how banks can manage risk more effectively in the digital banking age.

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Enhancing AML Transparency with Smarter Data

Doesn’t it seem like new financial threats crop up in the blink of an eye? That’s why anti-money laundering (AML) programs are ...

Image of Karin Yuklea, financial crime and AML expert at Feedzai.Karin Yuklea
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Enhancing Anti-money Laundering Systems Architecture

A speaker at a financial crime conference I recently attended summed up the problem with legacy anti-money laundering (AML) systems quite eloquently. ...

Nick Parfitt
6 minutes •

The War on Scams: Australian Banks and the Confirmation of Payee System

The Australian Banking Association (ABA) is making headlines with its decisive and robust offensive against scammers. This move signals a ...

Dan Holmes
2 minutes •

Money Mule Detection Blueprint for Banks

The money mule threat has become a pressing concern for financial institutions worldwide. Banks that successfully identify and stop money ...

Dan Holmes
7 minutes •

Understanding and Preventing First-Party Fraud for Merchants

As if the battle against fraud wasn’t complicated enough, merchants have to contend with first-party fraud among their most valued ...

James Hunt
4 minutes •

A Unified Stand Against Phishing Scams in Asian Banking

The Asian banking sector is increasingly concerned about phishing scams. Scammers cleverly design these scams to trick customers into making authorized ...

Feedzai team logo, highlighting their collective effort in leveraging AI technology to combat financial crime and fraud prevention.Team Feedzai
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Illustration showing three cybercriminals stealing sensitive information from a life-size phone - demonstrating how Anatsa malware works by stealing sensitive information

Understanding the Anatsa Banking Malware Threat

Cybersecurity remains a paramount concern for financial institutions and individuals alike. The Anatsa banking trojan malware is a prime example ...

David Garcia
4 minutes •

Illustration with Feedzai logo on left and headshot of Tiffany Ha, Senior Product Marketing Manager for Feedzai on right. For article on built-in responsible AI

Built-in Responsible AI: How Banks Can Tackle AI Bias

Many bank customers know that banks use artificial intelligence (AI) to make decisions. Yet, they also want their bank to ...

Tiffany Ha, Sr. Product Marketing Manager at Feedzai, specializing in fraud and financial crime prevention technology.Tiffany Ha
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The Future of AML: New Insights from Feedzai’s 2023 Report

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) professionals are at the forefront of navigating challenges and leveraging opportunities. The stakes have never been higher, ...

Feedzai team logo, highlighting their collective effort in leveraging AI technology to combat financial crime and fraud prevention.Team Feedzai
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Feedzai is a Leading Contender in Datos Insights Behavioral Biometrics Market Analysis

What an honor! Datos Insights recognizes Feedzai for our advancements in the field of behavioral biometrics and device fingerprinting. The ...

Robert Harris
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Illustration of man in hoodie holding laptop. A money Mule appears in a bubble by the laptop. Smaller people appear in the man's shadow. For article on Money mule red flags

Money Mule Red Flags and How to Spot Them

They may seem like small players. But a closer look reveals an important truth: money mules are essential cogs in ...

Nick Parfitt
9 minutes •

Illustration of person looking at a life-size laptop - demonstration of recent changes to Regulation II (Reg II), or the Durbin Amendment.

How Reg II and Durbin Amendment Changes Impact FIs

What do banks and financial institutions need to know about the Federal Reserve’s new rules? Read on to learn all ...

James Hunt
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