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Research December 10, 2025

New Report: Digital Identity Fraud Increased 35% in 2025

New York, NY - December 10, 2025 - VettlyGlobal today released its annual fraud trends report, revealing that digital identity fraud increased by 35% in 2025 compared to the previous year. The report provides comprehensive analysis of evolving fraud tactics and actionable recommendations for organizations to strengthen their defenses.

The report, based on analysis of billions of transactions processed through VettlyGlobal's platform, identifies key trends including the rise of synthetic identity fraud, AI-generated deepfakes for identity spoofing, and increasingly sophisticated social engineering attacks.

Key Findings

  • Digital identity fraud up 35% year-over-year, with financial losses exceeding $52 billion globally
  • Synthetic identity fraud emerged as the fastest-growing fraud type, increasing 67%
  • AI-powered deepfake attacks grew by 120%, targeting video-based identity verification
  • Healthcare sector saw the largest increase in identity fraud at 48%
  • Organizations using AI-based detection systems experienced 60% fewer successful attacks

Recommendations

The report outlines several key recommendations for organizations looking to combat the rising tide of identity fraud:

  • Implement multi-layered identity verification combining document, biometric, and behavioral checks
  • Deploy AI-powered fraud detection systems capable of real-time analysis
  • Regularly update fraud detection rules and models to address emerging patterns
  • Invest in employee training to recognize and respond to social engineering tactics

"The rapid evolution of fraud tactics demands an equally dynamic response from organizations," said Dr. Sarah Johnson, Chief Security Officer at VettlyGlobal. "Our report demonstrates that proactive investment in advanced detection technologies significantly reduces vulnerability to these threats."

About VettlyGlobal

VettlyGlobal is a global leader in risk management, identity verification, and data intelligence solutions. The company empowers organizations to make informed decisions, prevent fraud, and maintain compliance through innovative technology and comprehensive data analytics.

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