Fintech firm Revolut has intercepted $13.5 million in potentially fraudulent cryptocurrency transactions from June 2024 to September 2024 as part of its ongoing effort to bolster the security of its crypto operations.
In a recent blog post , the neobank said that it implemented sophisticated security protocols that employ real-time monitoring and advanced algorithms to scrutinize transactions.
This system allowed 92% of crypto transactions this year to be processed automatically. Meanwhile, the remainder transactions are undergoing rigorous checks to comply with anti-fraud and anti-money laundering regulations.
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One In 5000 Transaction Trigger Account Closure
According to Revolut, only a minuscule fraction of transactions—specifically, one in 5000—trigger an account closure following these additional reviews. This underscores the rarity of confirmed fraud within Revolut’s network.
The company’s proactive strategy has not only safeguarded transactions in the crypto sphere but has also secured an estimated $590 million across both crypto and fiat transactions from potential fraud in the previous year for its over 45 million customers.
“Our system continuously monitors for suspicious activity patterns and rigorously verifies user identities to prevent fraud,” Emil Urmanshin, Revolut’s director of crypto & new bets, said.
7. In 2023, Revolut prevented over £475M of potential fraud, but we should be the last line of defence, not the only line.
— Revolut (@RevolutApp) October 3, 2024
The issue of crypto fraud remains a significant challenge in the fintech sector. The FBI’s Internet Crime Report highlighted nearly $4 billion lost to fraudulent crypto transactions in 2023, illustrating the critical need for robust protective measures.
Furthermore, the report revealed that losses from these scams surged by 45% year-over-year. It has reached an all-time high of $5.6 billion. Despite representing only 10% of total financial fraud complaints in 2023, crypto fraud accounted for nearly 50% of total fraud losses.
Likewise, Bybit has recently detected nearly $1 billion in suspicious withdrawals in the first half of 2024, preventing over $79 million in losses for its clients.
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Revolut Gains UK Regulatory Approval
In July, Revolut gained a banking license in the UK, after navigating a complex three-year approval journey. The UK’s Prudential Regulation Authority, albeit with certain constraints, greenlit the license. This enabled Revolut to expand its banking activities before a full-fledged rollout.
Established in 2015, Revolut has experienced exponential growth, amassing nine million registered users in the UK and a staggering 45 million globally, with operations spanning 35 countries.
The fintech giant garnered a valuation of $33 billion in a 2021 fundraising drive. Revolut is currently exploring a share sale estimated at $500 million, potentially propelling its total valuation to around $40 billion. It aims to position itself as Europe’s premier startup, as per PitchBook assessments.
Earlier this year, Revolut also launched its crypto exchange platform, Revolut X. It is a separate desktop platform with more advanced crypto features including analytical tools, lower fees, and lower spreads.
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Disclaimer: Crypto is a high-risk asset class. This article is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute investment advice. You could lose all of your capital.
