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Generative AI and Identity Fraud

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The Generative AI and Identity Fraud course explores the growing intersection between advanced generative technologies and evolving identity-based fraud threats. As fraudsters adopt AI-powered tools to create realistic fake identities, mimic voices and faces, and execute sophisticated social engineering attacks, fraud prevention professionals must adapt rapidly to defend the customer journey.

 

MRC Members: USD $75 (plus applicable taxes)
Non-members: USD $150 (plus applicable taxes)

 


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This course provides a deep dive into the techniques and technologies used to facilitate GenAI-powered identity fraud, including synthetic identity creation, deepfake impersonation, phishing campaigns, and fraudulent websites. Learners will gain insight into how these tools bypass traditional verification systems and how emerging detection methods—such as behavioral biometrics, device intelligence, and real-time analytics—are evolving in response. The course also examines regulatory and ethical considerations, including transparency, fairness, and AI accountability.

FAQs

    • Cybersecurity professionals and IT administrators looking to enhance their bot detection and mitigation strategies.
    • Fraud prevention specialists seeking to protect against automated threats and improve detection accuracy.
    • Developers and data scientists interested in applying machine learning for real-time bot detection.
    • Digital platform managers wanting to integrate advanced bot management into their security protocols.
    • Risk management and compliance officers ensuring security measures meet industry standards in mitigating bot attacks.
    • Cybersecurity professionals and IT administrators looking to enhance their bot detection and mitigation strategies.
    • Fraud prevention specialists seeking to protect against automated threats and improve detection accuracy.
    • Developers and data scientists interested in applying machine learning for real-time bot detection.
    • Digital platform managers wanting to integrate advanced bot management into their security protocols.
    • Risk management and compliance officers ensuring security measures meet industry standards in mitigating bot attacks.
    • Program Level: Intermediate
    • Program Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
    • Program Delivery Method: QAS Self Study
    • CPE Credits: 1.6
    • Advanced Preparation and/or Pre-requisites: Fraud Essentials is recommended.
     

    Please allow 2-3 hours to complete this course.The course culminates with a comprehensive final assessment to evaluate the user's comprehensive final assessment to evaluate the user's comprehension of the material. Upon successfully completing the final assessment, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion representing their proficiency in the subject matter.

    • Program Level: Intermediate
    • Program Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
    • Program Delivery Method: QAS Self Study
    • CPE Credits: 1.6
    • Advanced Preparation and/or Pre-requisites: Fraud Essentials is recommended.
     

    Please allow 2-3 hours to complete this course.The course culminates with a comprehensive final assessment to evaluate the user's comprehensive final assessment to evaluate the user's comprehension of the material. Upon successfully completing the final assessment, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion representing their proficiency in the subject matter.

    • Define bots and explain their history.
    • Explain the significance of bots on eCommerce platforms.
    • Explain types of good bots.
    • Identify types of malicious bots and their attacks.
    • Identify the signs of a bot attack.
    • Describe the KPIs used to monitor bot attacks.
    • Describe different types of traditional bot management techniques.
    • Explain the emerging bot management solutions being utilized to protect eCommerce platforms.
    • Determine how to utilize solution providers to make informed decisions about enhancing security and protecting their business assets
    • Define bots and explain their history.
    • Explain the significance of bots on eCommerce platforms.
    • Explain types of good bots.
    • Identify types of malicious bots and their attacks.
    • Identify the signs of a bot attack.
    • Describe the KPIs used to monitor bot attacks.
    • Describe different types of traditional bot management techniques.
    • Explain the emerging bot management solutions being utilized to protect eCommerce platforms.
    • Determine how to utilize solution providers to make informed decisions about enhancing security and protecting their business assets
    • MRC Members: USD $75 (plus applicable taxes)
    • Non-members: USD $150 (plus applicable taxes)

MRC Education Accreditation

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MRC Education Refund Policy

MRC Education eLearning course refunds and cancellations are determined on a case-by-case basis. Cancellations and requests for refunds must be communicated in writing to programs@merchantriskcouncil.org. Refunds will not be issued once a course is started. Additionally, courses must be completed within one year of the course enrollment date.