To The Point Podcast Episode 4: The Changing Face of Fraud in the Post-Pandemic Era
A Point Predictive Podcast with Dr. David Maimon Dr. David Maimon, Principal Product Manager at GeoComply and director of the Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group at Georgia State University, explains the pandemic era explosion of homegrown identity fraud, what that means for auto lenders and other financial institutions, and how technology can be used to guard […]
To The Point Podcast Episode 3: Using Fraud Tools to Avoid Fraud and Do More Business
In Episode 3 of our “To The Point” podcast, Flory Hunsaker, VP of Credit at Lentegrity, discusses the evolution of fraud and how fraud tools can protect customers while helping Lentegrity grow its business. Topics of this episode include: Listen now at the link or read the transcription below. To The Point is a production […]
How Point Predictive is a game changer for thin file and credit invisible consumers
Traditional credit assessment models are unable to accurately assess the creditworthiness of millions of Americans. New tools help lenders serve this overlooked market. Traditional credit scoring approaches have blind spots surrounding consumers with little or no credit history, instead relying heavily on borrowing and repayment records. This approach can lead lenders to be unaware of […]
Point Predictive Releases Episode 2 of Podcast Series “To the Point”
Episode Two, Identity Theft and Vehicle Fraud Tactics with Sgt Darren Schlosser In episode two of Point Predictive’s exclusive “To The Point” Podcast series, recorded at the 2023 Point Predictive Auto Lending Roundtable, Sargeant Darren Schlosser from the Houston Police Department discusses different aspects of vehicle fraud methods and identity fraud with our host for […]
New Point Predictive Podcast Series “To The Point” Launched
Episode One, Fraud Trends & Insights from Frank McKenna, Explores Fraud Prevention in Auto Lending In episode one of Point Predictive’s exclusive “To The Point” Podcast series, recorded at the 2023 Point Predictive Auto Lending Roundtable, Frank McKenna, Chief Fraud Strategist at Point Predictive and author of the popular “Frank on Fraud” blog discusses a […]
6 Insights into Auto Lending Fraud Trends
Point Predictive’s annual report on the state of auto lending fraud has implications for dealers and lenders. Here are six key takeaways. Request the full report here: 2023 Auto Lending Fraud Trends Report. 1. COVID stimulus resulted in up to 1 million new fraudsters Point Predictive data indicates that up to 1 million new fraudsters […]
Inflation: 5 ways it’s affecting fraud
Inflation—it’s a word that’s become all too familiar for many consumers. Although inflation typically brings to mind higher prices and a deeper strain on household budgets, we often overlook a harmful byproduct: financial fraud. Here, we’ll examine five ways inflation heightens fraud risk, putting significant pressure on lenders and consumers. Although inflation has significant effects […]
Machine Learning: 6 Ways it’s Helping Lead the Fight Against Fraud
Whether you’re browsing Amazon to place an order, visiting a medical specialist to discuss the possibility of surgery, or catching the subway to work, artificial intelligence and machine learning are at play all around us. And they’re only growing more prevalent. Several industries, such as banking, healthcare, retail and more have already adopted some form […]
Could Social Media be Making You a Fraud Target?
Many people view social media as an outlet to unwind and keep pace with social networks. But as you’re posting pictures on your handle and catching up with followers, you might be attracting the eye of fraudsters. And you might not even know – until it’s too late. Social media platforms provide a landmine of […]
Ai+Ni: Powering the way for top-notch fraud detection and prevention
The past several decades have dramatically transformed how we do things, from taking pictures on a smartphone versus a camera to streaming movies instead of popping a DVD in a player. So it’s only natural to expect significant changes in how fraud is perpetrated—and the most effective ways to fight it. Today, fraud is powered […]
