With summer on the way, identity fraud could peak—in 2024, consumers reported that most identity fraud incidents happened in the summer months, when spending is typically high. Here are 15 tips to ...

Synthetic identity fraud has emerged as one of the most insidious challenges facing the financial sector, with its stealthy nature and devastating financial impact making it a top concern for banks ...

Identity theft has evolved far beyond stolen wallets and phishing emails. Criminals are now using an ever-increasing variety of tools that include AI-powered scams and deepfake videos to open accounts ...

New research reveals that insurance fraud has seen the largest percentage increase of any sector over the past seven years, growing by a staggering 211% since 2017. Plastic card fraud remains the most ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. RESTON, Va., Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regula, a global developer of identity verification (IDV) solutions and ...

AI is reshaping the identity fraud landscape, helping cybercriminals deploy more sophisticated fraud schemes than ever, despite a global stagnation in fraud attempts. The latest of Sumsub’s Identity ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. An identity theft ring believed to be based in the Burbank area is stealing Social Security Numbers of former ...