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Top 5 FICO Fraud Posts of 2019: From Zombies to Money Laundering

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Due to technology, money laundering is becoming more diverse and difficult to trace, forcing anti-money laundering systems to upgrade as well. How can you stop the zombie synthetic identity apocalypse? Read the full post. What Is Telecom Subscription Fraud?

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Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

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PayFacs handle risk assessment, underwriting, settling of funds, compliance, and chargebacks which exposes them to greater potential risks. Major risk factors for PayFacs include fraudulent transactions, merchant credit risk, regulatory compliance, and operational risks.

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First-Party Fraud and the Hidden Drain on Revenues

FICO

At some point, many victims become aware of the crime when unknown charges appear on statements, or a debt collection agency attempts to collect money the victim does not owe. In contrast, first-party fraud often masquerades as a credit risk problem; delinquent accounts are sent to collections for a progression of treatment.

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What Is First-Party Fraud?

FICO

At some point, many victims of third-party fraud become aware of the crime when unknown transactions appear on statements, or a debt collection agency attempts to collect money the victim does not owe. Cross-border fraud is also exacerbated in the UK, EU and Middle East by a lack of cross-border credit bureau facilities. Matt Cox.