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Bank's guide to build vs. buy: an Identity Risk Solution

Understanding the pros and cons of both in-house and outsourced Identity Risk Solutions for banks

Fraudsters work in real-time. Fraud prevention tools should too.

Many financial institutions are still using a “Day-2” fraud review process. We explain why Day-2 reviews should be a last resort and how FIs can catch fraud in real-time instead.

How AI is transforming fraud prevention

Many banks and fintechs are turning to AI as their choice tool to combat the widespread rise in fraud. Meanwhile, fraudsters are leveraging AI to outsmart banks and fintechs. We take a look at the new double-edged sword in fraud-fighting.

What is an Identity Risk Solution?

An Identity Risk Solution is an end-to-end platform to manage identity, fraud, credit, and compliance risks throughout the customer lifecycle.

Top fraud trends in 2023

Learn more about recent fraud trends and how these predictions can help you make a better business case for proactive fraud prevention and the anti-fraud tools you need.

Framing Fintech: Navigating the fintech and sponsor bank partnership

Paintbrush founder & CEO Stephen Walter talks about founding a fintech, finding a sponsor bank, and staying compliant as regulatory attention on bank/fintech partnerships intensifies.

Perpetual KYC: automated risk-based compliance

Many banks and fintechs are opting for perpetual KYC instead of periodic reviews. We break down what perpetual KYC is, how to implement it, and how to balance cost with risk.

How leading banks and fintechs are verifying thin-file applicants

Many members of the underbanked population have no or thin credit files — which, in a classic case of what comes first, the chicken or the egg — makes it even harder for them to acquire a credit card. But how can organizations safely verify and underwrite these populations? I asked experts from Alloy, Equifax, Nova Credit, Zest AI, and Ocrolus to find out.

A brief history of the evolution of fraud technology

We take a look at the evolution of fraud technology over the past two decades to help gain a better understanding of how banks and fintechs can fight fraud, maintain their customers’ trust, and continue to keep up with customer expectations for the onboarding experience—even as new threats emerge.

Real-time payments: RTP vs. FedNow

Do faster payments mean faster fraud? We break down real-time payments and what they mean for your fraud controls.

The digital transformation of in-branch account opening

There’s been a lot of talk about how customers only want to operate online nowadays. In response, businesses are focused on building or improving their digital experience — and they should be. Gen Z and millennials tend to opt for online experiences before in-person ones, but that doesn’t mean you can forget about your in-person experience.

How to stop small business banking fraud

There's no way to sugarcoat it. Banks and fintech companies alike are getting crushed right now by small business account fraud. In this blog, we break down what types of small business banking fraud to look out for and how to prevent it.

Sole proprietorships vs. LLCs: how to verify small businesses

KYC, KYB, and AML laws require financial institutions to verify a company’s (and its beneficial owners’) identity before offering the business financial services or products. We break down the nuances of onboarding sole props vs. LLCs.

Why collaboration is key to fighting fraud

Alloy CEO Tommy Nicholas reacts to new State of Fraud Benchmark Report.

Alloy launches new capabilities to enable clients to accelerate growth

Alloy streamlines global identity management with new features that help clients operating across markets stay compliant with local KYC and AML regulations while preventing fraud.

The 2023 State of Fraud Benchmark Report

We polled over 250 compliance, fraud, and risk decision-makers to provide insights into how these organizations are navigating the fraud landscape.

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New report shows how banks and neobanks are responding to increased demand for personalized experiences

Customers want more personalized experiences. How does digital banking stack up? Gartner Peer Insights and Alloy surveyed 100 bank leaders to understand what their organizations are doing to provide a personalized and digital customer experience.

Why does it seem like everyone is launching a credit card?

We break down the three key trends influencing why so many neobanks, fintech companies, and even companies outside financial services are developing consumer credit programs.

As the OCC takes closer aim at BaaS, banks and fintech companies need to do some trust exercises

In a recent article for Bank Automation News, our Director of Compliance, Clint Hewyworth, outlines the current regulatory landscape for bank/fintech partnerships and shares advice on how banks and fintech companies can strengthen their relationships in light of increased regulation.

The Anatomy of Small Business Fraud

Watch a conversation between Alloy and Middesk about establishing and adapting your KYB originations strategy to rising fraud threats.

2022 Fraud Trends and 2023 Predictions

Watch Alloy, LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, Prove, and Ekata's take on where fraud has been and where it’s going

Navigating New Threats in Digital Transformation: How to Prepare with a Focus on Fraud and KYC

Join experts from Alloy and Valley Bank in a webinar hosted in partnership with Consumer Bankers Association.

How to build your digital banking strategy

This guide will take you through the things you should consider to create a digital strategy you can bank on.

KYC & AML compliance: from 1970 to 2022 and beyond

We look at KYC/AML compliance regulations over the years, talk about three sectors to watch out for in the regulatory landscape and break down how Alloy fits into it all.

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