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Cifas reports sharp rise in UK identity fraud cases for 2024
Unified Communications

Cifas reports sharp rise in UK identity fraud cases for 2024

Fraud cases in the UK surged by 12.5% in 2024, with identity fraud now comprising 59% of reports, highlighting a worrying trend in cybercrime tactics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Deepfakes & scams plague one-fifth of UK dating app users
Email Security

Deepfakes & scams plague one-fifth of UK dating app users

A survey by Sumsub reveals that deepfakes pose a significant threat on UK dating apps, with 75% of users suspecting AI manipulation.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
AI fraud networks exploit UK shoppers amid festive season
Online fraud

AI fraud networks exploit UK shoppers amid festive season

AI-driven fraud threatens to undermine Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping, with UK scams costing victims over GBP £11.5 million last year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Global Stories

Sumsub unveils AI tool tying agents to human users
Digital Transformation

Sumsub unveils AI tool tying agents to human users

Sumsub launches AI Agent Verification to link automated activity to verified humans, tackling rising AI-driven fraud without blocking bots.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Jan 2026
Sumsub & Data Zoo partner to boost global fraud prevention
Fintech

Sumsub & Data Zoo partner to boost global fraud prevention

Sumsub and Data Zoo have partnered to deliver enhanced global fraud prevention and compliance solutions for financial institutions across 170+ jurisdictions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Sumsub unveils 'The Beast 2.0' to combat digital fraud in APAC
Digital Transformation

Sumsub unveils 'The Beast 2.0' to combat digital fraud in APAC

Sumsub launches 'The Beast 2.0' to fight a 121% surge in digital identity fraud across APAC, promoting secure digital access and inclusion in fintech and crypto sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Sumsub adds advanced device intelligence to boost fraud defence
Crypto

Sumsub adds advanced device intelligence to boost fraud defence

Sumsub enhances fraud defence by integrating Fingerprint's device intelligence, offering real-time threat detection without complicating genuine user access.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks
Financial Systems

Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks

A survey by Sumsub reveals that nearly half of British dating app users see deepfakes as heightening risks, particularly affecting women's safety.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Identity fraud in Europe surges by 150%, deepfakes on the rise
Crypto

Identity fraud in Europe surges by 150%, deepfakes on the rise

Identity fraud in Europe has surged by 150% year-on-year, with deepfake use escalating sharply and businesses reporting widespread challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
UK among top deepfake targets as incidents soar globally
Gaming

UK among top deepfake targets as incidents soar globally

Surge in global deepfake incidents sees UK among the most-targeted nations as Sumsub reports a 245% annual rise, with elections exacerbating the issue.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
Sumsub launches 'For Fake's Sake' to detect deepfakes and synthetic fraud
AI Models

Sumsub launches 'For Fake's Sake' to detect deepfakes and synthetic fraud

Sumsub rolls out 'For Fake's Sake', a groundbreaking platform designed to detect deepfakes and synthetic fraud.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
Sumsub partners dtcpay to secure digital currency payments
Platform-as-a-Service

Sumsub partners dtcpay to secure digital currency payments

dtcpay will integrate Sumsub's eKYC solution into its wallet platform to streamline onboarding processes, helping businesses transact efficiently and securely.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Sep 2023