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Australian firms urged to bolster defences as global fraud hits USD $3.1 billion

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Australian firms are urged to strengthen defences as global occupational fraud losses reach USD $3.1 billion amid rising complex scams and cyber threats.
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AI-powered fraud could cost firms USD $11.5 billion by 2027

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AI-driven digital fraud, including deepfakes and fake personas, could cost firms USD $11.5 billion globally by 2027, outpacing traditional defences.
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Riskified urges fraud vigilance as holiday eCommerce surges

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Riskified urges shoppers and merchants to stay vigilant against rising AI-driven eCommerce fraud as holiday online sales may hit USD $311 billion in 2025.
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Cyber fraud risks rise as focus shifts to obsolete technology

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Fraud risks rise as firms overlook obsolete tech; underinvestment in end-of-life IT assets could cost USD $27.1m per breach, warns Iron Mountain's Asia Pacific GM.
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AI & phishing attacks highlight human risk in Australian fraud

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Australian firms face rising fraud risks as AI-driven phishing attacks exploit human error, urging stronger security culture ahead of International Fraud Awareness Week.
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GenAI tools amplify online fraud risks, report reveals

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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A new Transmit Security report reveals generative AI is fuelling a surge in dark web fraud, with accessible tools like FraudGPT boosting online scam capabilities.
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SAS and ACFE reveal Fraud Awareness Week insights

Tue, 15th Nov 2022
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The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) has estimated that occupational fraud costs businesses around the world more than USD$4.7 trillion annually.
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It's Fraud Awareness Week: How you can steer clear of scams and fraud

Fri, 19th Nov 2021
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Netsafe reports 86% rise in identity fraud and 37% increase in investment fraud in New Zealand, sparking concern over online safety.
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NZ telco industry's two golden rules for avoiding phone scams

Tue, 17th Nov 2020
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New Zealanders are being urged to trust their instincts and be cautious of unexpected phone calls as part of International Fraud Awareness Week.
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Kiwis losing $24.7mil to scam calls every year

Wed, 14th Nov 2018
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New Zealanders lose NZD $24.7mil annually to scam calls, prompting the NZ Telecommunications Forum to intensify its anti-fraud campaign.