Fraud Detection

IP Anonymity Score vs. Simple VPN Flag: A Data-Driven Guide to Choosing the Right API for Your Risk Model
IP Anonymity Score vs. Simple VPN Flag: A Data-Driven Guide to Choosing the Right API for Your Risk Model
In the digital age, identifying who you are doing business with is paramount. As fraudsters become more sophisticated, they increasingly rely on ano...
2 Reader,
9m reading
Click Farm Takedown: A Technical Playbook for Using ASN Intelligence to Unmask and Block Ad Fraud Networks
Click Farm Takedown: A Technical Playbook for Using ASN Intelligence to Unmask and Block Ad Fraud Networks
: The Multi-Billion Dollar Problem Hiding in Plain Sight Digital advertising is a massive industry, but it's haunted by a costly secret: ad fraud. Ev...
0 Reader,
11m reading
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, revenue is...
10 Reader,
11m reading
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 clue, there...
12 Reader,
14m reading
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 dollars in valu...
4 Reader,
12m reading
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 for SMS servic...
6 Reader,
11m reading
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. This phenomenon...
10 Reader,
16m reading
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 our phone's sc...
18 Reader,
17m reading
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 workspaces. This ...
7 Reader,
10m reading
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 also a prim...
4 Reader,
13m reading
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, this could...
19 Reader,
18m reading
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 widened the talent...
9 Reader,
13m reading
Beyond Failed Payments: A CFO's Guide to Using Transaction Scoring for Proactive Dunning and Churn Reduction
Beyond Failed Payments: A CFO's Guide to Using Transaction Scoring for Proactive Dunning and Churn Reduction
For Chief Financial Officers in the subscription economy, customer churn is a relentless threat to revenue and growth. While much attention is given...
15 Reader,
14m reading
Beyond CAPTCHA: A Technical Guide for SaaS Developers on Combining IP, Email, and Phone Scoring to Prevent Trial Abuse
Beyond CAPTCHA: A Technical Guide for SaaS Developers on Combining IP, Email, and Phone Scoring to Prevent Trial Abuse
For Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies, free trials are a powerful engine for growth, allowing users to experience a product's value firsthand b...
16 Reader,
14m reading
From Bookings to Bots: A Technical Guide for Travel Platforms on Using ASN Data to Prevent Ticket Scalping
From Bookings to Bots: A Technical Guide for Travel Platforms on Using ASN Data to Prevent Ticket Scalping
Ticket scalping is no longer a fringe activity carried out by individuals on street corners. In the digital age, it has evolved into a sophisticated...
23 Reader,
12m reading