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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 '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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Scaling Trust & Safety in the Metaverse: A Playbook for Moderating Voice Chat and User-Generated Content with a Profanity API
Scaling Trust & Safety in the Metaverse: A Playbook for Moderating Voice Chat and User-Generated Content with a Profanity API
The Metaverse promises a universe of interconnected virtual experiences, from sprawling multiplayer games to collaborative digital works...
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The Product Manager's ROI Calculator: A Framework for Evaluating Transaction Scoring APIs to Fight In-Game Purchase Fraud
The Product Manager's ROI Calculator: A Framework for Evaluating Transaction Scoring APIs to Fight In-Game Purchase Fraud
In the booming digital economy of online gaming, in-game purchases represent a massive revenue stream. However, this lucrative market is...
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Fraudulent Booking Detected: An Investigator's Playbook for Analyzing IP, BIN, and Email Data in the Travel Industry
Fraudulent Booking Detected: An Investigator's Playbook for Analyzing IP, BIN, and Email Data in the Travel Industry
An alert flashes: a last-minute, first-class booking to a tropical destination, paid for with a premium credit card. For a travel agency...
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Beyond the Resume: A Hiring Manager’s Guide to Spotting Fake Job Applicants with Phone Number Scoring
Beyond the Resume: A Hiring Manager’s Guide to Spotting Fake Job Applicants with Phone Number Scoring
In today's competitive job market, recruiters and hiring managers are overwhelmed with applications. The shift to remote work has widene...
5 Reader,
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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...
35 Reader,
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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...
43 Reader,
14m reading
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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11m reading
Beyond Country Blocks: A Technical Guide for E-commerce to Defeat Regional Pricing Abuse with Advanced VPN/Proxy Fingerprinting
Beyond Country Blocks: A Technical Guide for E-commerce to Defeat Regional Pricing Abuse with Advanced VPN/Proxy Fingerprinting
In the global marketplace of e-commerce, regional pricing is a powerful strategy to maximize market penetration and revenue. By adjustin...
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