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AI deepfakes erode trust and reshape UK dating apps

Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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Deepfakes fuel mistrust on UK dating apps as users turn to AI companions, with scammers and identity fraud exploiting synthetic profiles.
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FDATA appoints Kat Cloud to strengthen open finance security

Thu, 12th Feb 2026
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physical security
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FDATA names Sumsub policy lead Kat Cloud to its board, signalling a sharper focus on identity, fraud and security in North American open finance.
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Sumsub unveils AI tool tying agents to human users

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
Sumsub launches AI Agent Verification to link automated activity to verified humans, tackling rising AI-driven fraud without blocking bots.
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Sumsub & Data Zoo partner to boost global fraud prevention

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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fintech
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financial systems
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risk & compliance
Sumsub and Data Zoo have partnered to deliver enhanced global fraud prevention and compliance solutions for financial institutions across 170+ jurisdictions.
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Sumsub adds advanced device intelligence to boost fraud defence

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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crypto
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advanced persistent threat protection
Sumsub enhances fraud defence by integrating Fingerprint's device intelligence, offering real-time threat detection without complicating genuine user access.
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Cifas reports sharp rise in UK identity fraud cases for 2024

Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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uc
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data protection
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ai
Fraud cases in the UK surged by 12.5% in 2024, with identity fraud now comprising 59% of reports, highlighting a worrying trend in cybercrime tactics.
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Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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ai
A survey by Sumsub reveals that nearly half of British dating app users see deepfakes as heightening risks, particularly affecting women's safety.
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Deepfakes & scams plague one-fifth of UK dating app users

Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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email security
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ai
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scams
A survey by Sumsub reveals that deepfakes pose a significant threat on UK dating apps, with 75% of users suspecting AI manipulation.
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AI fraud networks exploit UK shoppers amid festive season

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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online fraud
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cyber monday
AI-driven fraud threatens to undermine Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping, with UK scams costing victims over GBP £11.5 million last year.
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Identity fraud in Europe surges by 150%, deepfakes on the rise

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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crypto
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email security
Identity fraud in Europe has surged by 150% year-on-year, with deepfake use escalating sharply and businesses reporting widespread challenges.
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UK among top deepfake targets as incidents soar globally

Fri, 31st May 2024
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digital entertainment
Surge in global deepfake incidents sees UK among the most-targeted nations as Sumsub reports a 245% annual rise, with elections exacerbating the issue.
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Sumsub partners dtcpay to secure digital currency payments

Fri, 22nd Sep 2023
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paas
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dtcpay will integrate Sumsub's eKYC solution into its wallet platform to streamline onboarding processes, helping businesses transact efficiently and securely.