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Check Fraud Is Making a Comeback: How Banks Should Respond in 2026

Check Fraud Is Making a Comeback: How Banks Should Respond in 2026

Secure. Automate. – The FluxForce Podcast
• 5 min
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In this episode, we explore the alarming rise of check fraud in banking, with suspicious activity reports nearly doubling in just one year. Despite declining overall check usage, high-value transactions remain particularly vulnerable. We discuss the factors contributing to this surge, including the impact of pandemic stimulus checks and the role of synthetic identity fraud. Additionally, we highlight the importance of advanced AI technology and real-time fraud detection systems in combatting these challenges, while emphasizing the need for banks to adopt proactive measures to enhance their fraud detection capabilities.