Microblink is enhancing its anti-fraud and identity verification software to combat the rising tide of deepfakes, AI-generated IDs, and synthetic identities. The New York-based computer vision firm launched the Microblink Identity Platform earlier this year, allowing clients to onboard users while complying with Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations. This platform integrates document verification, biometrics, payment card checks, and risk signals, effectively functioning as an “operating system for digital identity.”
The latest updates to the platform include real-time liveness checks to confirm the physical presence of cards before transactions. In June, Microblink incorporated its BlinkCard card-not-present fraud protection, claiming it is the first solution on the market to feature built-in liveness detection for payment card scanning.
Another significant enhancement is the introduction of a unified scoring engine that amalgamates signals from documents, biometrics, devices, and user behavior to provide clients with real-time risk analytics. The platform utilizes a hybrid architecture that combines on-device processing with cloud-based AI models, significantly accelerating fraud detection capabilities.
To further strengthen its defenses, Microblink employs simulations of synthetic identities to train its detection models. These models are adept at identifying subtle anomalies, including pixel-level inconsistencies, background artifacts, and biometric mismatches, according to the company.
In 2025, Microblink’s Fraud Lab analyzed over 2.4 billion identity documents, generating more than 100,000 synthetic identities monthly to refine its detection technologies. “AI didn’t just change fraud,” said Hartley Thompson, CEO of Microblink. “It changed the pace. The only way to stay ahead is to treat fraud like a moving target and build systems designed to evolve faster than the attackers.”
Microblink has reported impressive growth, with a 65 percent year-on-year increase in its BlinkCard payment card scanning software. The company’s client roster includes major players such as Binance and targets various sectors, including financial institutions, marketplaces, travel companies, and fintechs. It currently supports verifications in more than 160 countries, boasting a 40 percent higher success rate than the industry average.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, Microblink’s commitment to advancing its fraud prevention and identity verification capabilities signals a proactive approach in an increasingly complex threat environment. The firm’s focus on adopting sophisticated technologies positions it well to address the challenges posed by emerging fraudulent practices.
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