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Jack Henry & Associates: Check Fraud Tops Fraud Trends to Watch for in 2025

June 3, 2025

Fraud is evolving quickly There are five major fraud trends to watch this year Advanced fraud detection tools are crucial As financial technology continues to advance, fraudsters are finding new and sophisticated ways to exploit vulnerabilities and target financial institutions and their customers. A new Jack Henry Fintalk post takes a look at several key…

OrboNation Newsletter: Check Processing and Fraud – May 2025

May 30, 2025

In case you missed it, over the past month, we have published incredible content on our OrboNation Blog and Modernizing Omnichannel Check Fraud Detection. Review the latest OrboNation Newsletter online or via PDF download.

Evolution from Tellers to Universal Bankers: A Work in Progress

May 29, 2025

The “Universal Banker” concept is still in development Declining branch traffic and digital banking growth have created need for universal banker approach Remote connections via video are one alternative The Financial Brand reports that, more than a decade after banks and credit unions began rebranding their tellers as “universal bankers,” the model continues to be…

Satire Speaks Truth: Fraud Technology Overhype vs. Real Innovation in Check Fraud Detection

May 28, 2025

Frank McKenna presents an AI company too good to be true Alas, it was published on April Fool’s Day The post is a reminder not to fall for “pie-in-the-sky” solutions Frank McKenna, author of the ever-entertaining Frank on Fraud blog, posted on April 1, 2025, about Fraudinator.com — a new AI company that promises to “eliminate…

Examining the “Hotspots” for Mail Theft/Stolen Checks

May 27, 2025

Mail theft is a major problem Postal keys are targeted Counterfeits, forgeries, & alterations must be detected before funds are lost Mail theft and mail carrier robberies are a major factor contributing to the rise in check fraud over the past half decade. Criminals know that within those familiar USPS blue mail boxes are hundreds…

Bank Branch Dynamics: Expanding Physical Foot Print to Enhance Customer Service

May 22, 2025

Physical banks were once widespread and expanding quickly Bank of America continues to invest in physical branches Customers value “speaking to a human” Only a couple of decades ago, financial institutions across the US were aggressively expanding their physical footprint, opening branches in new territories AND increasing more branches in locations to make it more…

Did 90’s Disney Movie “Blank Check” Glamorize Check Fraud?

May 21, 2025

Revisiting a film glamorizing check fraud An adolescent leaves a bank with $1 million in cash Fortunately, is virtually impossible for this scenario to occur today When thinking of a film glamorizing check fraud, most instantly think of the hit film Catch Me If You Can, directed by Steven Spielberg and featuring A-listers Leonardo DiCaprio…

Former Scammer Details How He Learned to Perform Check Fraud from Behind Bars

May 20, 2025

BMG is a former scammer and current YouTuber He was able to learn fraud methods while incarcerated He now passes along fraud techniques to help potential victims protect themselves A factor that we commonly bring up when discussing fraudsters is their willingness to teach each other the tips and tricks needed to commit check fraud.…

7 Key Factors for Successful Banking Platform Modernization

May 15, 2025

Outdated back-end systems drive up costs New tech must take into account legacy systems 91% of businesses still use checks regularly We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Platform modernization is a critical priority for banks, driven by competitive pressures and the need for greater efficiency. However, these transformative programs are fraught with…

Feedzai Report: 90% of FIs use AI to Fight Fraud and Financial Crime

May 14, 2025

A new report states that 60% of fraudsters are using GenAI in scams Fighting fire with fire, an overwhelming majority of FIs use AI AI has presented measurable benefits We’ve all heard the buzz around AI and its potential for fighting fraud — including check fraud. Well, FIs have put it into action. According to…