Identity theft is more common than you think, and recovery is achievable if you act efficiently and decisively. Be sure to report your case to your bank, the relevant companies and the FTC, and take ...

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The Future of Global Identity Verification research report reveals that identity fraud is a growing threat globally and across industries, with over two-thirds (69%) of organizations reporting ...

New benchmark report reveals sharp rise in identity theft, evolving fraud tactics, and impactful fraud ring activity in hot spots around the U.S. In addition to presenting industry segment benchmarks, ...

Consumer rights attorney Meir Rubinov critiques the Fifth Circuit’s decision in Reyes v. Equifax, which upheld summary judgment for the credit reporting agency despite the consumer’s sworn identity ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. Criminals typically impersonated a general business (51 percent of impersonation scams) or a financial institution (21 ...

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 ...

HireRight, a leading provider of global background screening services and workforce risk management solutions, highlights findings from its 2025 Global Benchmark Report* that put the spotlight on ...