TISA feedback on UK digital ID address inclusion highlights sectoral divergence
The UK government is seeking broad feedback in its consultation on the proposed national digital ID, so comments tend to…
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Australia credential register blocks 750,000 fraudulent ID checks post-Optus breach
Australia’s response to the Optus data breach has blocked 750,000 fraudulent identity checks, as a government register designed to prevent…
From selfie to synthetic: How fraudsters are outsmarting IDV
From selfie to synthetic: How fraudsters are outsmarting IDV Online (Zoom) May 19, 2026 at 2pm BST Deepfakes, synthetic identities,…
FCC seeks comment on KYC revision for commercial phone calls
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed stronger KYC requirements for voice service providers to prevent scams and illegal…
UK gov’t seeks covert surveillance tech in benefit fraud crackdown
The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published a £2 million (US$2.7 million) tender seeking software and hardware…
Register: Friction vs Fraud: How much security is too much?
Every step that catches a fraudster also pushes a legitimate customer toward the exit. And in 2026, the stakes on…
Jumio targets post-onboarding fraud with continuous identity monitoring
Jumio has launched a new product aimed at addressing fraud that emerges after initial identity verification, as threats such as…
Unico highlights importance of defense amid World Cup iGaming surge
The FIFA World Cup is the largest sports tournament in the world, and the 2026 edition will drive a 50…
Mule fraud rises as banks struggle with post-onboarding identity checks
Mule account fraud is growing fast across banks and fintechs in the U.S. and Europe, with most institutions detecting it…
US FMCSA tightens ID checks for driver database, taps Idemia
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced new identity verification requirements for selected users…
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