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Date Published
Author
Max Kahan
Word count
1046
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

The Number Insight API v2 offers fraud prevention features to protect users from fraudulent activities, particularly phone number-related scams. It uses artificial intelligence to analyze phone data and user behavior, providing a fraud score that indicates the likelihood of fraudulent behavior associated with a specific phone number. The API also detects SIM card swapping, which is a form of fraud where a bad actor tricks a mobile network operator into transferring a victim's phone number to a new SIM card they control. By incorporating these features into account sign-up or registration processes, organizations can preemptively identify potential red flags and create a safer environment for their users.