Knoble, Feedzai release anti-scam guide
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated Apr 07, 2026
The release of this guide by The Knoble and Feedzai aims to enhance the ability of financial institutions to detect and prevent financial crimes, potentially reducing losses from scams and human trafficking. This proactive measure could improve trust in the financial system and mitigate risks for consumers and banks during large-scale events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Knoble, a nonprofit network, and Feedzai, a global technology company, have released the 'Human Trafficking & Scam Detection Guide: World Cup 2026'. This guide aims to equip financial institutions with tools and knowledge to detect and prevent human trafficking and scams, which are expected to rise during the 2026 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Irwin Mitchell, Founder of The Knoble, and Nuno Sebastião, CEO of Feedzai, highlighted the importance of this initiative in combating criminal exploitation. The guide details how criminals exploit major events through fake ticket sales, rental scams, and money mule schemes, often linked to broader human exploitation. It also provides financial institutions with red flags and strategies for real-time detection, intelligence sharing, and collaboration with law enforcement to disrupt criminal networks. The initiative underscores the critical role of banks and credit unions in protecting consumers and maintaining trust in the financial system.
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