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Zero-Knowledge Proofs: Google’s Game-Changer in the Fight Against Identity Fraud
A few weeks ago, I wrote about how we’re heading toward a new model of digital identity—one that protects user privacy while enhancing security. At the time, the solution felt like a future vision. Today, it’s a reality. Google has officially integrated zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) into Google Wallet, allowing users to verify their age and eligibility without sharing…
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Romance Scams Using Legitimate Business Fronts: A Growing Threat in Financial Crime
In recent investigations, The New York Times and other reputable sources have uncovered a disturbing trend: romance scams are increasingly facilitated through legally registered businesses, allowing fraudsters to bypass traditional detection measures and launder illicit funds under the guise of legitimate transactions. This convergence of social engineering and financial crime represents a significant challenge for…
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The Death of Document Verification, And the Urgent Need for a New Standard of Trust
A recent post on LinkedIn captured something I’ve been thinking about for a while: “AI models can now generate perfect replicas of passports, bank statements and bills in seconds. But most automated verification systems can’t tell the difference.” That single sentence encapsulates one of the most critical shifts we’re facing — and one that most people,…