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Protecting your business and customers from account takeover

In today’s digital world, we have dozens of online accounts. These range from online banking to social media, dating apps to gaming platforms. Though convenient, this opens the door to the rapidly growing threat of account takeover fraud. Account takeover fraud is surging, with global losses expected to hit $17 billion by the end of 2025. The number of account takeover attacks is rising sharply too, increasing by 24% year-over-year in 2024. This blog walks you through what account takeover is, how it happens and what you can do to prevent it.   What is account takeover? At its

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Effective ways to improve your AML compliance

Managing financial crime presents a complex challenge for financial institutions. Due to its covert nature, the full scope of money laundering is difficult to truly know. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) estimates that between 2-5% of global GDP (up to $2 trillion in US dollars) is laundered every year. As financial crime becomes more sophisticated and regulations grow tighter, businesses must prioritise robust anti money laundering (AML) measures. Industries like banking, fintech and financial services need strong AML processes to protect themselves from fraud, penalties and legal risks. We explore how your business can strengthen

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Building trust through age assurance

Governments around the world are increasingly prioritising online safety and age regulations, with new laws emerging across multiple countries. This report explores the growing demand for privacy-preserving age assurance and how businesses are adapting to meet regulatory requirements. Using proprietary data, our latest report explores: The growing demand for privacy-preserving age assurance How businesses are adapting to meet regulatory requirements Key trends in age assurance How Yoti’s solutions are protecting young people, safeguarding privacy, and helping businesses implement robust, trusted and effective age checks Read the report

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How Haypp strengthened age checks while enhancing the customer experience

“Yoti is our key partner for age verification in the UK market. We selected Yoti for their strong reputation in the European market and their demonstrable expertise in the field. Their state-of-the-art digital age verification has not only strengthened our compliance with legal regulations but also added value to our business by enhancing the overall shopping experience. We are deeply committed to not sell age- restricted products to underaged, meaning we always aim for excellence and only partner with those who share our vision.” Mattias Nording Head of Age Verification at Haypp The Haypp Group spearheads the global

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How Agenda Screening uses Yoti to reduce candidate verification time by 50%

“Digital ID from Yoti enhances both compliance and security, while also ensuring a seamless user experience. The results speak for themselves with faster hiring, reduced admin work, and a more reliable verification process identified as key benefits from using it.” Chris Withers Managing Director Agenda is a leading background screening provider, blending advanced technology with a human touch. An expert team ensures a smooth and reliable process, prioritising clients and their candidates. Screening is about trust, not just compliance. The company tailors solutions to fit each client’s needs, using an in-house platform for full control and continuous improvement.

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Myth-busting identity verification

Identity verification is the process of confirming that a person is who they say they are. It typically involves validating an individual’s personal information, such as a name or date of birth, against identity documents or other official records and databases. Verifying a person’s identity is crucial for safe and trusted transactions. It helps you to protect your business from fraud, prevent deepfake attacks and comply with regulations.   Addressing misconceptions about identity verification There’s lots of conflicting information out there about how you can verify your customers’ identities. We’re here to dispel some commonly-held myths about identity verification.

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