Sumsub adds advanced device intelligence to boost fraud defence

Sumsub has expanded its fraud prevention solution by integrating advanced device intelligence through a collaboration with device intelligence provider Fingerprint.

This enhancement to the verification platform brings real-time threat detection by analysing device behaviour and network-level data, extending protection beyond basic IP tracking.

Device Intelligence is designed to provide companies with proactive security tools, enabling the identification and prevention of transaction fraud, detection and blocking of bots, and prevention of multi-accounting and account takeover. The solution aims to lower unnecessary know your customer (KYC) costs without imposing extra steps or complications for genuine users.

According to Sumsub's internal data, the majority of fraud attempts, approximately 76%, occur after a user's onboarding, particularly during activities such as logins, transactions, and profile updates. This underlines the necessity for businesses to continuously monitor risk across the entire lifecycle of a user's interaction.

Device Intelligence addresses this need by offering real-time detection of suspicious behaviour after initial KYC checks have been completed. This is especially relevant to high-risk industries including iGaming, crypto, fintech, banking, and e-commerce, where early identification of fraudulent activity is vital for maintaining the integrity of user accounts and protecting platforms on a global scale.

The platform operates solely by processing technical parameters such as browser type, operating system, and VPN or proxy usage. This approach ensures that no personal or sensitive information is collected, in line with data security and privacy requirements.

The integration with Fingerprint also introduces Smart Signals, a feature capable of recognising behaviours such as incognito browsing, use of developer tools, or remote access software - indications that could suggest suspicious device usage or network activity. Combined with behavioural analysis and device fingerprinting, these features aim to reduce the rate of false positives, whereby legitimate users would otherwise be inaccurately flagged as potential threats.

False positives can have significant implications on user experience and operational costs, making accuracy a central focus for the new solution. The platform promises to enhance fraud detection across the user journey, covering processes from account sign-up and login to transactions and profile modifications.

"We are combining our own technology with Fingerprint, a leader in device intelligence. Together, our solutions provide greater accuracy and a more complete fraud prevention system, with no coding required on the clients' side," comments Andrew Novoselsky, CPO at Sumsub. "With Device Intelligence, you gain deep visibility into user integrity and have the power to stop fraud in real time - before it causes damage such as monetary losses, operational disruptions or reputational risks."

Sumsub's approach centres on non-intrusive risk management, seeking to streamline the honest user journey by removing friction, while strengthening defences against illegitimate behaviour or attempts to manipulate or bypass verification systems.

"We're excited to bring Fingerprint's advanced device intelligence to the Sumsub platform," shares Shaun Per, Vice President of Global Sales at Fingerprint. "By combining our industry-leading accuracy and reliability with Sumsub's powerful identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, we're helping businesses unlock deeper insights into user behavior with real-time signals to reduce fraud and deliver more seamless onboarding experiences."

The update marks a step forward in Sumsub's service offerings to its existing portfolio of clients across sectors including fintech, crypto, transportation, trading, edtech, e-commerce, and gaming.

With the integration of Device Intelligence, Sumsub continues its commitment to maintaining frictionless and secure verification and monitoring throughout all stages of the customer lifecycle. The company states that the development addresses the growing demand for ongoing threat monitoring and mitigation as fraud attempts become more sophisticated across diverse markets.