Fighting Blind : European Businesses Overconfident in the Battle Against Fraud Despite 59% Surge in Attacks – Global Security Mag Online

Identity Fraud Surges Across UK Real Estate Sector

New research has revealed that 70% of real estate professionals have witnessed a rise in identity fraud in the past year, as businesses grapple with the growing threat of sophisticated digital deception. Despite the surge, only 14% regularly escalate fraud cases to the authorities, raising concerns about accountability and enforcement. The study of 250 UK-based real estate workers was conducted by Credas Technologies, which specialises in identi…

Fighting Blind : European Businesses Overconfident in the Battle Against Fraud Despite 59% Surge in Attacks – Global Security Mag Online

Signicat announces a new report on identity fraud in partnership with cybersecurity training and consultancy firm, Red Goat Cyber Security. The research reveals most European businesses remain confident despite reporting a rise in identity fraud in the last year. Businesses estimate that 19% of all transactions are fraudulent. The Battle in the Dark 2025 explores the methods fraudsters are using to conduct identity fraud, its financial impact an…

AI accelerates identity fraud as firms overestimate defences

Significant rise in identity fraud targeting European firms, with 59% reporting more attacks despite 74% feeling confident in their defences, Signicat finds.