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A SOC Analyst's Playbook: Investigating Security Incidents Using ASN and IP Intelligence
A SOC Analyst's Playbook: Investigating Security Incidents Using ASN and IP Intelligence
In the Security Operations Center (SOC), every second counts. Analysts are bombarded with a ceaseless stream of alerts, each a potential...
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Stopping Ban Evasion: A Technical Guide to Implementing a VPN/Proxy Detection API for Online Gaming Platforms
Stopping Ban Evasion: A Technical Guide to Implementing a VPN/Proxy Detection API for Online Gaming Platforms
The thrill of online gaming hinges on fair play and a level playing field. When players who have been banned for cheating, toxicity, or ...
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Beyond Blocking: A Strategic Guide for E-commerce to Differentiate Malicious vs. Privacy-Conscious VPN Users
Beyond Blocking: A Strategic Guide for E-commerce to Differentiate Malicious vs. Privacy-Conscious VPN Users
In the ever-expanding world of e-commerce, businesses face a constant battle against online fraud. A common knee-jerk reaction to this t...
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Enhancing Cross-Border Fraud Detection with IP Signals
Enhancing Cross-Border Fraud Detection with IP Signals
The global e-commerce market is booming, connecting businesses with customers across continents. While this expansion offers incredible ...
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A Guide for Gaming Platforms on Using VPN & Proxy Detection to Combat Gold Farming and Multi-Accounting
A Guide for Gaming Platforms on Using VPN & Proxy Detection to Combat Gold Farming and Multi-Accounting
The global online gaming industry is a multi-billion dollar behemoth, attracting millions of players who invest countless hours and sign...
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How to Stop Coupon and Regional Pricing Abuse in E-commerce with VPN Detection
How to Stop Coupon and Regional Pricing Abuse in E-commerce with VPN Detection
In the competitive world of e-commerce, offering enticing coupons and regional pricing is a powerful strategy to attract and retain cust...
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Beyond Simple Validation: A Technical Guide to Building an IBAN Correction Flow to Reduce Payment Failures
Beyond Simple Validation: A Technical Guide to Building an IBAN Correction Flow to Reduce Payment Failures
A single mistyped digit in an International Bank Account Number (IBAN) can trigger a cascade of negative consequences. The payment fails...
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The Modern Detective: A SOCMINT Playbook for Enriching Social Media Clues with IP, Email, and Phone Scoring
The Modern Detective: A SOCMINT Playbook for Enriching Social Media Clues with IP, Email, and Phone Scoring
In the world of digital investigation, a single social media post can be the thread that unravels a complex case. Yet, for every genuine...
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How Airlines Can Ground Loyalty Program Fraud: A Technical Guide to Risk Scoring with Email, Phone, and IP APIs
How Airlines Can Ground Loyalty Program Fraud: A Technical Guide to Risk Scoring with Email, Phone, and IP APIs
Airline loyalty programs are more than just a marketing tool; they are a cornerstone of customer retention, representing billions of dol...
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The $10k/Day Mistake: A Developer’s Guide to Preventing SMS Pumping Fraud with a Phone Number Scoring API
The $10k/Day Mistake: A Developer’s Guide to Preventing SMS Pumping Fraud with a Phone Number Scoring API
Imagine launching a new app feature that relies on SMS verification for user onboarding. You wake up one morning to find your billing fo...
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Beyond 'Sold Out' in Seconds: A Technical Guide for Ticketing Platforms on Using Transaction Scoring to Beat Scalper Bots
Beyond 'Sold Out' in Seconds: A Technical Guide for Ticketing Platforms on Using Transaction Scoring to Beat Scalper Bots
The digital "SOLD OUT" sign, appearing just moments after a high-demand event goes on sale, is a familiar sight for frustrated fans. Thi...
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When Caller ID Lies: A Technical Guide to Detecting CNAM Spoofing with a Phone Number Scoring API
When Caller ID Lies: A Technical Guide to Detecting CNAM Spoofing with a Phone Number Scoring API
: The Unreliable Caller ID We've all been taught not to judge a book by its cover, yet we instinctively trust the name that flashes on ou...
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From Wardrobing to Write-Off: A CFO's Guide to Quantifying and Preventing Return Fraud in Fashion E-commerce
From Wardrobing to Write-Off: A CFO's Guide to Quantifying and Preventing Return Fraud in Fashion E-commerce
The rise of e-commerce has revolutionized the fashion industry, but it has also opened the door to a costly and complex challenge: retur...
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A Step-by-Step Guide for E-commerce Managers to Reduce Chargebacks Using a BIN Lookup API
A Step-by-Step Guide for E-commerce Managers to Reduce Chargebacks Using a BIN Lookup API
Chargebacks are a persistent headache for e-commerce managers, representing not just lost revenue but also significant operational costs...
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The E-commerce Merchant's Guide to Identifying and Preventing Return Fraud
The E-commerce Merchant's Guide to Identifying and Preventing Return Fraud
Generous return policies are a cornerstone of modern e-commerce, designed to build customer trust and encourage sales. However, this cus...
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The Anatomy of a 'Flagged' Transaction: A Signal-by-Signal Breakdown for E-commerce Managers
The Anatomy of a 'Flagged' Transaction: A Signal-by-Signal Breakdown for E-commerce Managers
That sinking feeling when a legitimate transaction gets flagged as "high-risk" is all too familiar for e-commerce managers. On one hand,...
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The Hotelier's Playbook for Fighting Booking Fraud: Using IP Geolocation to Stop Rate Abuse and Fake Reviews
The Hotelier's Playbook for Fighting Booking Fraud: Using IP Geolocation to Stop Rate Abuse and Fake Reviews
The digital shift in the hotel industry has been revolutionary, simplifyingEverything from booking to guest services. However, this conv...
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A CFO's Guide to Reducing Chargeback Losses in E-commerce: Beyond BIN Checks to Predictive Transaction Scoring
A CFO's Guide to Reducing Chargeback Losses in E-commerce: Beyond BIN Checks to Predictive Transaction Scoring
As a Chief Financial Officer, your focus is on the bottom line: maximizing revenue, controlling costs, and mitigating financial risk. In...
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