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Common types of fraud

Below is a brief taxonomy of fraud scenarios. Gatekeeper can help mitigate or detect;

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Account Takeover / Credential Stuffing

Fraudsters gain unauthorized access to user accounts, often using leaked or stolen login details.

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Fake or Synthetic Accounts

Fraudsters create multiple or completely fabricated identities to exploit sign-up promos or bonuses.

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Payment Fraud

Use of stolen credit cards or payment instruments to fund accounts, purchase items, or launder funds.

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Chargeback Abuse / Friendly Fraud

Legitimate customers or fraudsters request chargebacks on valid transactions, leading to losses for merchants.

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Location Spoofing

Users mask or fake their physical location to circumvent regional restrictions or pricing.

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Account Sharing & Credential Sharing

Multiple people use a single subscription or betting account, reducing revenue and complicating compliance.

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Bot & Script Attacks

Automated software or scripts artificially generate transactions, ad clicks, or streaming plays to inflate metrics or siphon rewards.