More rules and increasingly sophisticated fraud detection tools essential to Travel Services Industry's success warding off current and emerging trends SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug 5 

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Fraud detection tools and payment fraud losses are top of mind according to a recent webinar and poll of airline fraud investigators. The survey results, released today by 41st Parameter Inc, a leading provider of fraud detection and prevention systems to the Airline Industry, report insufficient rules and defense mechanisms in place at most airlines. The results forecast the continued emergence of new reservation booking vehicles and a shift in the payment landscape. Additional details include:

Fraud Prevalent Industry-wide - Every airline reported some measure of fraud within their "card not present" channels, with nearly one-quarter experiencing elevated percentages.

(Editor's Note: If it's "card not present" that creates the $1 Billion Dollar problem, then it seems to me that the obvious solution is to change to a "card present" environment! HomeATM can do that with our PCI 2.x certified PIN Entry Device which encrypts the data from beginning to end!)

"The Travel Industry is under siege by well organized international fraud rings. Without comprehensive technology tools to aid investigators, airlines face a greater risk of fraud succeeding, especially as fraudsters exploit new channels and payment methods which in many cases are not currently detected," said Ori Eisen, founder and chief innovation officer, 41st Parameter. "41st Parameter utilizes over 400 rules in conjunction with sophisticated device identification capabilities to help our customers, including some of the world's largest airlines, prevent fraud before it happens; significantly reducing bad debt write-offs."

Other survey questions posed include:

- How many payment options do you offer beyond credit cards?
- What percentage of your fraud is from international or cross-border transactions?
- What percentage of your reservations are written off as bad debt or fraud?
- How many Fraud Investigators does your company employ?

The complete list of questions and responses, along with the webinar recording, are available by request at: www.the41st.com/travel


Additional 41st Parameter Airline Industry Press Releases:
41st Parameter Speaking about the "Importance of Device Data for True Intelligence" at Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) Forum

Airlines Tackle $1.4 Billion Online Fraud Challenge With 41st Parameter's Device Identification Technology

US Airways Selects 41st Parameter's FraudNet

41st Parameter Enables Airline & Travel Industry Service Provider MITec to Expand Business and Protect Clientele

41st Parameter and Leading Airlines Battle on Card Not Present Fraud

41st Parameter Provides Fraud-Reduction Solution to Continental Airlines for Card-Not-Present ticket sales


About 41st Parameter
41st Parameter provides solutions for detecting and preventing fraud across multiple channels for the world's most valued and recognizable brands. Leading financial institutions, and e-commerce companies, and travel services businesses rely on 41st Parameter's technology to protect them from cybercrime threats including card not present fraud, new account origination fraud, phishing and account compromise, credit bust outs, and fraud ring attacks. Founded in 2004, 41st Parameter makes the process of detecting and preventing fraud easier and more effective, reducing both expenses and potential losses. As a leading web fraud detection innovator the company supplies industry-proven solutions which integrate advanced device identification with comprehensive risk management capabilities. To learn more about 41st Parameter, visit www.the41st.com


Survey results are nonscientific and for informational purposes only.  All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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