The global healthcare sector has come under siege in recent years. Once considered unlikely targets, hospitals, healthtech platforms, and medical research institutions are now top priorities for cybercriminals. Hackers are drawn to the healthcare industry’s valuable data and vulnerable systems. Additionally, hospitals operate in high-stakes environments where even brief disruptions can jeopardize patient care. As the digital transformation […]
Deepfake technology is all fun and games until it falls into the hands of a bad actor. Thanks to the ongoing evolution of generative AI services, deepfakes are becoming more accessible and more sophisticated every day. As technology continues to evolve, it’s becoming harder and harder for human reviewers and professional fact-checkers to tell the […]
Incode CEO and founder Ricardo Amper sat down with Founder’s Story podcast host Daniel Robbins in April 2025 to talk about his journey as an entrepreneur, Incode’s beginnings, why biometric identification is a necessity, and how AI will impact decision-making and democracy in the future… These are the key takeaways. 1. Biometric verification replaces a […]
A recent Forbes survey shows that 75% of enterprise tech buying decisions now happen outside of IT. HR, finance, operations, and other business units are driving decisions —seeking faster results, department-level ownership, and tools tailored to their needs. But with greater autonomy comes greater responsibility. When identity and security aren’t part of the conversation early […]
Unless you’ve not been keeping up with our blog, you should hopefully now have a clear understanding of what Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology is and how it works. However, how much do you know about its history? Can you guess how long it’s been around? Reckon it’s older than the World Wide Web? What […]
The G2 Spring 2025 Reports have arrived, and we are very excited to announce that Incode has been awarded 13 new G2 badges, including 3 Leader badges in Identity Verification, Age Verification, and Anti-Money Laundering. Incode’s G2 Spring 2025 Reports Positioning Here’s a quick overview of our latest positioning: What are the G2 Spring 2025 Reports? […]
Workplace security threats have evolved far beyond leaked passwords and stolen tokens. In fact, IBM’s 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report reveals that compromised credentials remain one of the most frequent and costly causes of breaches —costing organizations millions in lost revenue and damaging public trust. Combine this with modern AI deepfake attacks and […]
You’ve probably heard about SaaS (Software as a Service). Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office 365, and Netflix are all examples of SaaS providers. Incode also offers SaaS services. The days of taking a trip down to your local computer store to purchase physical software —then installing and managing it on a physical device— are long […]
In March 2025, the Turing Award —often called the “Nobel Prize of Computing”— was awarded to Andrew Barto and Richard Sutton for their groundbreaking work in reinforcement learning (RL). Their research has powered self-learning robots, financial security systems, and AI-driven fraud detection. But while their achievements are worth celebrating, they also come with a warning: […]
On February 21st 2025, $1.46 billion worth of Ethereum (ETH) was stolen in a sophisticated cyberattack on Bybit, one of the world’s most popular cryptocurrency exchange and trading platforms. It’s the largest heist in the industry’s history. In this post, we shed light on what happened and who is thought to be responsible. What is […]
We’re thrilled to announce that Incode has been recognized as a top software company in G2’s 2025 Best Software Awards. This recognition is especially meaningful as it’s powered by real customer feedback, validating our commitment to secure, seamless identity verification with fully proprietary technology. A New Milestone in Data Privacy For the first time, G2 […]
Think back to the last time you abandoned an online process. Maybe it was a sign-up form that took too long, a checkout that kept asking for unnecessary details, or a security step that felt excessive. Whatever the reason, it probably wasn’t frustration with the product itself—it was the experience. For businesses, this moment of friction is […]
Goodbye, physical credit and debit card numbers! Mastercard is going digit-free and will completely phase out card numbers by 2030, replacing them with tokenization and biometric authentication. The intention behind this move? To make online transactions smoother and safer and to eliminate fraud and identity theft. What is tokenization? When talking about data security, tokenization […]
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technologies for identity verification extract text from images of government-issued IDs and translate it into machine-readable data. This technology saves people the time and hassle of manually inputting data from printed or non-editable documents or images into a digital system, while also improving accuracy, enhancing fraud detection, ensuring global compliance, and […]
For much of the digital age, online identity verification consisted of users simply entering usernames and passwords (often repeating the same ones) to log in to different accounts. Unfortunately, long gone are the days when this method would keep you and your organization safe online. Identity-based online attacks have become significantly more common, and given […]
In a digital world in which users are increasingly demanding, small details can make a massive difference for your business. An essential factor? Speed across all your processes.
We often think of identity verification as a set of systems and security measures that confirm that a user attempting to make a transaction or use of a digital service is genuine. But the concept of digital personhood extends beyond these simple terms. Below we will discuss some of the implications of personhood and how […]
In December 2024, the United Nations General Assembly marked a milestone in global cybersecurity by adopting the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime. This treaty represents a crucial step forward in the international community’s commitment to working together to combat cyber threats. In a globally connected world, cybercrime knows no borders. In this article, we explore […]
From a deepfake of Elon Musk becoming “the Internet’s biggest scammer” to one employee being duped into transferring over USD $25M, we expose five of the most notable cases of AI deepfake fraud (or attempted fraud) from 2024. With each passing day, AI deepfakes are becoming more sophisticated and easier to access, causing cases of […]
Incode Workforce and Okta have joined forces to protect organizations against identity-based cyberattacks throughout every stage of the employee lifecycle. This powerful partnership focuses on detecting and mitigating sophisticated social engineering tactics that exploit Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), including deepfakes and advanced phishing techniques. Incode Workforce shared the stage with Okta at the Gartner IAM […]
Executive Summary Incode’s facial recognition technology is designed for accurate and fast identification/verification of a person’s identity based on facial images, without the need for physical document checks or human intervention. It ensures high recognition accuracy regardless of gender, age, race, or environmental conditions during capture. Despite challenges related to image quality in documents due […]
Why ML-based document verification is better Detection of fraudulent identity documents is an extremely difficult task for human beings for several reasons: Besides, document verification is even more tiring as it requires multitasking in checking dozens of different security features simultaneously for the occurrence of fraud signals in a document. And people are not generally […]
In today’s fast-paced digital environment, IT teams are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations while ensuring security remains robust. Traditional IT support models, particularly help desks, are often overwhelmed with simple requests such as password resets and MFA challenges. These repetitive tasks drain resources and increase operational costs. Modern challenges call for modern solutions. Automation […]
Deepfakes have rapidly evolved into a significant threat for business and individuals, especially when it comes to protecting the integrity of workforce security. Originally seen as a tool for spreading misinformation in the public sphere, deepfakes are now being leveraged within enterprises, creating new vulnerabilities for CISOs to manage. Gartner research highlights that while presentation […]
Employee onboarding is a critical stage in the employee lifecycle. However, many organizations still rely on outdated, manual methods for verifying and managing employee identities. Processes like manual document verification during recruitment or onboarding not only create inefficiencies but also expose organizations to significant risks, including identity fraud, overlooked security vulnerabilities and loss of employee […]
Deepfakes are not a new phenomenon, but their increasing use in sophisticated fraud schemes has prompted the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to issue a critical alert. This development underscores a troubling rise in incidents where generative AI-powered deepfakes are being weaponized against financial institutions and their customers. The alert […]
We’re excited to announce that Incode has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Identity Verification—the first-ever edition of this highly anticipated report. Incode was recognized as a Leader among more than 11 evaluated vendors in the IDV space. This recognition sets a new benchmark for what businesses should expect from providers […]
Don’t get caught in noncompliance: Understand the new AML/CFT requirements for investment advisers Diversification is the rule of thumb when it comes to making sound investments. Now FinCEN, the U.S. financial crimes watchdog, is following that same advice when it comes to mandating anti-money laundering (AML) protections under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Making good […]
In recent years, facial recognition technology (FRT) has become an important tool for many online businesses seeking a relatively low-friction means of verifying or reverifying a person’s age or identity. All a user needs to do is upload a selfie, and in seconds the technology does the rest — analyzing the image and comparing it […]
Some products or activities are legally age-restricted. But with the Internet being such an open environment, can asking whether a user is over a certain age truly be enough to verify that they may access a website? Implementing an age verification system is the best way for businesses to ensure they do not sell goods […]
Regulatory compliance is the process of following (or complying) with laws, regulations, standards, and other rules set forth by governments. Adhering to these laws is extremely crucial for businesses to avoid legal issues and create a trustworthy business environment. Key regulations impacting various industries include GDPR for data protection, SOX for financial reporting, and HIPAA […]
To identify customers, businesses use Know Your Customer (KYC) verification. In both the financial services industry and other specific industries, this is a crucial step in protecting customers. By verifying a customer’s identity through KYC documents, companies ensure they are dealing with legitimate clients and comply with regulatory requirements. When implemented, KYC practices help build […]
If your business is looking to take a step toward safety and comply with regulatory laws, understanding and implementing document verification is essential. Document verification is the process used to ensure that any document submitted by your customers is authentic and has not been tampered with. This is a crucial step in onboarding new customers […]
Money laundering is a major challenge for global financial integrity, as it enables criminals to hide the source of illegal funds through complex financial actions. Understanding the money laundering stages is crucial for institutions and regulators to combat financial crime and maintain system integrity. This knowledge aids in identifying illicit activities and ensuring compliance with […]
Payment Fraud: What is It & How to Prevent it? Payment fraud refers to illicit activities where unauthorized transactions are conducted using stolen financial information, posing significant risks to businesses and consumers alike. Even with proactive measures in place, businesses may still fall victim to payment fraud. Understanding the various types of fraud and their […]
Customer identity verification is a critical process that enables businesses to authenticate the identity of their customers, thereby protecting against fraud and adhering to legal requirements. This process is vital for maintaining security and trust in digital transactions. Due to the rise in online transactions and the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, this is more […]
Identity fraud is the use of stolen information to commit crimes, such as making unauthorized purchases, opening fraudulent accounts, or obtaining loans. In this blog, we will explore examples of both, how you could be at risk, and the steps you can take to protect yourself. What is Identity Fraud? Identity fraud is using another […]
The ability to immediately receive alcohol, tobacco and, to a lesser degree, marijuana products at your home, is a niche but growing segment of the delivery industry. Yet, the ease of ordering belies a morass of complicated state regulations when it comes to who can use and purchase products that can carry conflicting age limits. […]
We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news – MetaMap is now part of the Incode family! This exciting development is more than just a business move; it’s a significant step forward in our mission to lead the future of identity verification and build a smarter, larger trust network. Why This Matters As AI-fueled fraud gains […]
In today’s increasingly digital world, children and teens regularly access the internet to connect with their friends, make purchases, find information, and simply have fun. But while digitization brings many benefits, it also brings risk: That age-restricted goods, content, or services could fall into the hands of users who are too young for them. This […]
Age verification, as a concept, is nothing new. Federal and state governments have long required businesses selling certain age-restricted products, services, and content to verify a person’s age in order to prevent children and teens from accessing things they legally are not allowed to access. The process for doing so at brick-and-mortar retailers has long […]
The world of finance is attractive to those with a criminal mindset. The potential gains are significant enough to motivate the use of unlawful techniques ranging from simple tax evasion all the way to money laundering and cybercrime. Structuring—a money laundering practice—is one such tactic, and has been gaining traction in recent years. Along with […]
When it comes to money laundering, criminals are particularly resourceful, refining their techniques to make them increasingly complex and hard to detect. Smurfing (meaning breaking up a large amount of money into smaller sums) is one of these ingenious fraudulent operations. And it excels at flying under the radar, rarely triggering alerts for suspicious transactions. […]
Businesses aiming to combat money laundering and terrorist financing must adhere to regulatory requirements like Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) guidelines. Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) serves as an advanced level of scrutiny beyond standard due diligence, particularly in higher-risk scenarios where standard measures may fall short. As a business owner navigating complex […]
Have you ever heard of the term “politically exposed persons” (PEPs)? These are individuals who hold significant roles in government or government-related organizations. But what exactly does this mean, and why should we care? Well – they have access to a lot of power and money, which can sometimes attract the wrong kind of attention, […]
Thanks to the rapid development and dissemination of generative AI tools, deepfakes have gone from being a curiosity and entertaining gimmick to being a real problem — especially in the field of identity verification. While in the past, creating a deepfake required expertise in data science and photo (or video) manipulation techniques, today anyone can […]
Incode converts good users and stops the bad with the technology and performance to back it up Walking the line isn’t just for Johnny Cash. When it comes to compliance, it’s also the most cost-effective way. Circumvented identity processes rolled out the red carpet for $38 billion in attempted and actual fraudulent activity at banks […]
Though it contains the same basic information as a standard passport, the biometric passport (or e-passport) goes much further, representing a more advanced form of identification. Thanks to an integrated RFID chip, it can hold much more information while delivering optimal levels of security and privacy. Convenient and reliable, these newer-generation documents provide an efficient […]
Credit card fraud has been an increasingly prevalent issue. In fact, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has classified it as the most common form of identity theft in the country. Even the most vigilant credit and debit card bearers can have their information stolen and their cards used to make unauthorized purchases or get […]
When it comes to identity verification and authentication solutions, having proof of your physical address can play a pivotal role in ensuring the security of digital transactions. Whether it’s verifying the identity of customers during online purchases or authenticating users accessing sensitive information on digital platforms, proofs of address serve as a cornerstone of trust. […]
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