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Document Fraud Trends: April 2026

April's fraud wasn't louder, it was quieter, cleaner and harder to spot by eye. Here's what we found across bank statements, payslips, utility bills and tax documents.

Fraud reports

Document Fraud Trends: February 2026

A breakdown of February’s document fraud trends. Are convincing documents now the biggest risk?

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Document Fraud Detection: Why Manual Document Reviews Miss Modern Fraud

Why modern document fraud passes checks designed for a different era.

Fraud reports

The most fraudulent bank statements in June ‘25

Insights from the front lines of financial crime

Industry insights

AI-Generated Images: What a quick prompt & an OVO Bill Taught Me About Document Fraud

Alarming results for manual risk teams around the world.

Industry insights

Don't roll the dice when opening accounts: Fake bank statements in gambling

Manual reviews of supporting bank statements & utility bills leads to higher rates of gambling fraud

Company news

Fraud Finder Recognised as a Top Innovator in FinCrimeTech50 List

Fraud Finder earns recognition from FinTech Global, a premier source for Fintech News and Events, for its pioneering role in combating document fraud. The tool has been named among the industry's elite in the FinCrimeTech50 list.

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Unmasking document fraud: A look at the most fraudulent bank statements of 2023

We're specialists in detecting bank statement fraud. See which UK banks have the most fraud in their statements so far this year.

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The transformative role of AI and technology in document verification

The crucial importance of document verification for financial services and fintechs.

Industry insights

Driving efficiency & speed: automation in motor finance lending

Learn how auto finance companies are automating their loan underwriting processes to create financial inclusion, find fraud, reduce operation costs and scale quickly. Read now.

Industry insights

Rental Application Fraud is on the rise in 2023

Rental application fraud is on the rise. Find out the different types of application scams, and how this is affecting a number of verticals.

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How people commit document fraud

How both amateurs and professionals commit document fraud

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How we identify fake bank statements and payslips in seconds

Digitisation means fraudsters are getting smarter with document forgery. But not as smart as Fraudfinder's technology

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A guide to lending fraud detection

A guide on the evolving nature of lending fraud in 2023. Lenders have an armoury of technology at hand to quell the rise in first party loan fraud. Click to read how.

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What is consumer credit risk?

Consumer credit risk refers to the possibility of a loss due to a borrower’s inability to repay a debt in accordance with the lender's agreed terms. Consumer credit products are extended to individuals rather than business and include mortgages, personal loans, credit cards and additional forms of borrowing.

Industry insights

The future of credit decisions in banking: The role of data and technology

Supercharging operations and risk staff with better data insights generated instantly is essential for lending in the cost of living crisis. Click to read why..

Industry insights

Rental Fraud: 10 Rental Scams to Watch Out for in the UK

5% of properties are being rented to fraudsters in the UK. Here's a list of tactics they use to deceive landlords & letting agents

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How to examine fake documents

From payslips to bank statements, drivers licences to energy bills. People forge documents to pass referencing all the time.

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A Complete Guide To Rental Reference Checks

What is tenant referencing? What does the process involve? Read our ultimate guide online today

Industry insights

A record number of credit card applications are fraudulent

Credit card application fraud reached record levels in 2022. Lenders in 2023 are warned to use technology to uncover the true financial risk behind financial documents. Read more now.

Guides

Identifying fake utility bills: All you need to know

An 'all you need to know guide' on fake utility bills. Why do they exist, the risk associated with them and tips on identifying fake bills.

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The Top Ways Mortgage Lenders Verify Bank Statements

See what documents mortgages lenders seek to verify and the best methods available for fast, secure & precise document validation.

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Right to Rent Checks: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Keep up-to-date with the latest changes

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Everything you need to know about digital ID verification for online applications

Manual ID checks can lead to costly mistakes for some businesses

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Data enrichment: What is it and what does it mean for referencing?

Fraudfinder uses data enrichment as part of its technology stack. But what exactly is data enrichment?

Industry insights

Obtaining Housing by Deception: A Case Study

Housing fraud can cost letting agents and landlords income, reputation and time.

Industry insights

Why fraud becomes a major problem in rentals during a UK recession

Letting agents and landlords grow ever vulnerable in the wake of a UK economic decline. Fraud is on the rise. Proper protection must be in place.

Guides

How to detect and prevent application fraud: A guide

A handy guide to navigating application fraud in 2023. What is it? How to prevent, deter and protect against form fraud criminals.

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Assessing creditworthiness in 2023: How advanced tech is changing the game

Learn how new technologies and data analysis are revolutionising creditworthiness assessment and risk management in the post-pandemic era.

Industry insights

Risk management for Fintechs: Build a strong framework in the consumer loans space

Explore the benefits of using technology-driven methods for assessing creditworthiness and learn how fintechs are providing financial access to a wider range of customers.

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What is financial data enrichment?

Financial data enrichment is the process of adding additional context and information to financial data, allowing for more in-depth analysis and better informed decision making. Explore how fintechs and financiers are using it to maximise growth

Industry insights

Application fraud in insurance: a growing issue during the cost of living crisis

The current economic crisis has lead to concerns of spikes of application fraud in the insurance industry. Fraud prevention initiatives are essential.

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How KYC Assessments can be enhanced with Document Verification

Most financial companies have KYC as part of their due diligence process. But it can cause friction, delay progress and fall victim to fraud. Best practices on how to enhance KYC reviews

Industry insights

Managing Risk & Fraud During An Economic Downturn

How a deepening UK recession raises fraud risk, and how businesses can strengthen their digital defences.

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A complete guide to document processing

With the rise of intelligent document processing we can now process documents a lot faster and much more efficiently with very little slip ups! So, what is this new tech and how does it work?