Feature SheetCOVID-19-Related Wire Fraud DetectionWire fraud, including Business Email Compromise (BEC), is a growing threat during the COVID-19 crisis as criminals exploit disrupted business processes, cloud-based email services and... |
InfographicA Surge in ScamsOpportunistic criminals are leveraging the COVID-19 pandemic for their gain, preying on heightened consumer fear and anxiety during the crisis. With schemes related to COVID-19... |
InfographicChallenges & Change in the COVID-19 CrisisFrom remote work to surging first-time online banking users, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a widespread impact on customer behavior and compelled institutions to adopt... |
BlogEconomic Stimulus Payments Targeted by FraudstersMay 8, 2020 by Verafin “The CARES Act… together with three related pieces of pandemic relief legislation represent at least $2.4 trillion in aid and presents unparalleled opportunities to assist those in greatest need as well as unmatched prospects for fraud, misuse of the funds,... |
BlogTaking Quick Action Against COVID-19 CrimesMay 4, 2020 by Verafin Financial crime has proven to be a serious and growing challenge during the COVID-19 crisis. Fraudsters have promptly exploited the pandemic for their gain; with many financial institutions closed or limiting branch access and large numbers of citizens still sheltering... |
BlogImpact of COVID-19 Crisis on Financial Crime Management ProgramsApril 6, 2020 by Verafin As COVID-19 continues to impact financial systems around the globe, early reports are emerging on how the pandemic is affecting financial crime management programs. Financial institutions should have processes in place to minimize the impact of a pandemic and ensure... |
BlogFighting Fraud Scams in the COVID-19 CrisisApril 1, 2020 by Verafin “While this crisis has brought out the best in most Americans, there appear to be a few unfortunate exceptions. We will not tolerate bad actors who treat the crisis as an opportunity to get rich quick.” – U.S. Attorney General... |
BlogFraud Risks in Turbulent TimesMarch 20, 2020 by Verafin As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread throughout the world, financial institutions have been encouraged to remain steadfast in their ongoing scrutiny of potentially suspicious behavior and to diligently report suspected fraudulent activity. On March 16, 2020, FinCEN released a... |
eBookUnderstanding Fraud Schemes & ScamsNow Updated for Q1 2024! Fraud is constantly evolving. As the industry has implemented controls to protect against traditional first-party and account takeover fraud, fraudsters... |
