Fraud

Are you struggling to keep your business free of fraud and risk-related activity? While fraudulent activity can be hard to predict, there are many options and tools you as a business owner can take to arm yourself against suspicious activity.

Whether you’re the best in the business or just starting out, find out how you can protect your business from credit card fraud and security risks.

Most Recent Fraud Articles

Visa Integrity Risk Program (VIRP): What High-Risk Merchants Need to Know

In September 2025, Visa announced that it had identified more than $1 billion in fraud attempts over the past year.[footnote]Visa Perspective. "Protecting Consumer Payments, One Billion…

in: High Risk

on: Oct 09

a blue Visa credit card behind an orange security shield and lock to showcase the compliance measures for high-risk merchants from the Visa Integrity Risk Program (VIRP)

Secure Payment Systems: What They Are and How to Choose the Right One

You're running a thriving business when suddenly, your payment processor shuts down your account due to a security breach. Your revenue dries up overnight, customer…

in: Fraud

on: Jul 18

a blue and yellow security shield in front of blue, yellow, and orange credit cards showcasing secure payment systems

WooCommerce Fraud Prevention: Tools and Strategies to Protect Your Store

You’ve set up WooCommerce for your WordPress site, and orders are coming in — your online store is growing just like you planned! But preventing…

in: Fraud

on: Jun 06

This man is deciding on his woocommerce fraud prevention plan.

Dropshipping Scams: How to Spot Them and Protect Your Business

Dropshipping was the hottest thing in the eCommerce space for a long while — until it wasn't, due to dropshipping scams. It's not that it…

in: Fraud

on: May 27

woman sitting at computer learning about dropshipping scams,

First-Party Fraud Leads LexisNexis 2024 Scam Report by 36%

First-party fraud, also known as Friendly Fraud, accounted for 36% of overall scams in 2024, according to LexisNexis® Risk Solutions' annual Cybercrime Report. Titled "The…

in: Fraud

on: May 23

This first party fraud scam involves this evil scammer holding a credit card.

6 Types of Credit Card Fraud and How to Prevent Them

Mastercard predicts the losses from credit card fraud will cost merchants a staggering $343 billion by 2027[footnote] Mastercard. “Ecommerce Fraud Trends and Statistics Merchants Need…

in: Fraud

on: May 20

A woman is terrified at the types of credit card fraud on her computer while a strange man watches her from the doorway.

Credit Card Skimming: What It Is and How Businesses Can Prevent It

Credit card fraud is a $10 billion industry, and credit card skimming forms a considerable part of this booming business. [footnote] Business.com. “Credit Card Fraud…

in: Fraud

on: May 16

A thief engaged in credit card skimming at an ATM.

Travel Agency Fraud: Common Scams and How to Protect Your Business

According to a study by IATA, 52% of airline ticket fraud cases occurred in the United States. [footnote]Airlines. “Fraud in the airline industry why carriers…

in: Fraud

on: May 05

Travel agency merchant holding up credit card in front of laptop dealing with fraud

Fraud Detection: Types and Methods to Identify and Mitigate Risks

Fraud and fraud detection impacts hundreds of thousands of individuals and businesses in the United States annually. It is less an unfortunate byproduct of our…

in: Fraud

on: Nov 12

Someone concerned using a laptop and a warning sign next to her.

Fraud Prevention: What is it and How Can You Protect Your Business?

With 70% of North American financial institutions reporting an increase in fraud over the past year, businesses must remain vigilant to avoid financial losses and…