Identity verification stories
AI-driven cybercrime to reshape online trust by 2026
Today
#
identity verification
AI-fuelled cybercrime will outpace human intuition by 2026, as deepfakes, emotional scams and synthetic identities erode online trust.
Thirdfort adds iProov biometrics to fight UK ID fraud
Today
#
identity verification
Thirdfort adopts iProov biometrics to streamline UK property ID checks and combat AI-driven fraud in deals worth billions of GBP £1.6bn+.
Stopping the growing threat of synthetic ID fraud
Yesterday
#
identity verification
AI-fuelled synthetic ID fraud is surging, set to cost firms USD $23 billion by 2025 and USD $58.3 billion by 2030 without stronger checks.
How to detect fake players in online gaming
2 days ago
#
identity verification
Online gaming faces a hidden surge of fake players; here’s how operators can detect bots, fraudsters and protect fair play at scale.
AI-driven scams to surge, warns Trend Micro in new forecast
Last week
#
identity verification
Trend Micro warns AI-driven scams will surge by 2026, using deepfakes and multi-channel tactics to trap victims in sophisticated frauds globally.
LexisNexis launches enhanced IDVerse with deepfake detection
Last week
#
identity verification
LexisNexis has upgraded its IDVerse platform with advanced deepfake detection and unified fraud controls, improving security and user experience globally.
AI-driven threats to reshape digital identity & cyber risks by 2026
Last week
#
identity verification
By 2026, AI-driven deepfakes and cyber threats will transform digital identity, forcing firms to adopt continuous verification and quantum-safe cryptography.
Exclusive: SecurEnvoy's Michael Downs on MFA gaps and rising attack risks
Last week
#
identity verification
SecurEnvoy says flexible, phishing-resistant MFA is becoming essential as attackers increasingly exploit human error and regulatory pressure intensifies.
Agentic AI, quantum risks & evolving threats to define 2026
Last week
#
identity verification
KnowBe4 predicts agentic AI, quantum computing, and cybercrime evolution will reshape global cybersecurity and workforce practices in 2026.
Reducing the impact of AI-driven fraud in 2026
Last week
#
identity verification
AI-driven fraud, including synthetic identities and real-time deepfake attacks, surges in financial services, prompting urgent defence upgrades for 2026.
Selling to China: Why your biggest challenge isn't logistics, it's data
Last month
#
identity verification
Success in China’s booming $378 billion cross-border eCommerce market hinges on clean, accurate data-not just logistics-for speedy delivery and happy customers.
AI-driven identity fraud rises as deepfakes & injection attacks soar
Last month
#
identity verification
AI-driven identity fraud spikes with deepfakes causing 58% rise in biometric scams and a 40% surge in injection attacks, says Entrust report.
How secure data sharing could make real estate processes faster, easier, and more reliable
Last month
#
identity verification
Secure data sharing via Consumer Data Right and Digital ID could streamline real estate processes, easing rental applications and boosting privacy in Australia's market.
In the age of AI fakes, you need to own your credentials
Last month
#
identity verification
With AI fakes on the rise, owning verifiable, private credentials is key to protecting your identity and proving your truth online in 2025.
The internet’s next frontier: Why new gTLDs are a once-in-a-generation shift
Last month
#
identity verification
In 2026, ICANN will reopen applications for new generic top-level domains, offering brands a rare chance to own and control their digital identity online.
Snapchat age checks in Australia use banks, avoid data sharing
Last month
#
identity verification
Snapchat users in Australia can now verify they are over 16 via banking apps, protecting privacy by avoiding data sharing or uploading identity documents.
Black Friday fraud spikes, testing retailers’ defences & sales
Last month
#
identity verification
Online fraud attempts nearly quintupled on Black Friday, forcing retailers to tighten checks and risking cart abandonment during peak sales season.
Unmio one of 10 2025 J.M.K. Innovation Prize recipients
Last month
#
identity verification
Unmio has secured USD $175,000 from the J.M.K. Innovation Prize to scale privacy-focused data tech for vulnerable communities and social impact groups.
HID unveils facial recognition readers to secure smart buildings
Last month
#
identity verification
HID has launched Amico facial recognition readers for smart buildings in Southeast Asia, enhancing secure, contactless access with digital identity integration.
Entersekt launches Orkestrate API to tackle USD $40 billion fraud risk
Last month
#
identity verification
Entersekt launches Orkestrate API, helping banks cut fraud risk worth USD $40 billion by simplifying digital authentication with a single integration.