The Future of the Industry in LATAM, Card Network Updates, and More
MRC | Merchant Risk Council
The GO-TO place for eCommerce payment and fraud professionals globally to facilitate networking, education and advocacy.
Join us at MRC S?o Paulo 2025 on 14-15 April for two days of expert insights, networking, and strategies to navigate the region’s dynamic payments landscape. The agenda covers key trends, including BNPL in Brazil, the impact of Pix on real-time payments, evolving crypto fraud threats, AI-driven fraud prevention, and authorization rate optimization. Industry leaders will also discuss navigating cultural nuances in LATAM’s payments space.?
Fraudsters are evolving—your strategy should too. MRC Vegas 2025, sponsored by Riskified, is packed with sessions designed for fraud fighters looking to strengthen detection, optimize fraud metrics, and leverage predictive analytics. Discover strategies to quantify fraud’s true impact, enhance protection through collaboration, and adopt AI-driven fraud prevention models.
Early Bird Pricing for MRC Barcelona Ends 4 March
28-30 April 2025
Time is running out to lock in the best rate for MRC Barcelona 2025! Join top European merchants, solution providers, and industry leaders from 28–30 April at CCIB for three days of powerful expert insights, engaging workshops, and high-impact networking. Explore the latest in payments, fraud prevention, AI, real-time payments, and more. Early bird pricing ends 4 March!
13-14 February 2025
MRC members, stay ahead of the latest card network changes with this exclusive two-part webinar series. Join Visa on 13 February and Mastercard on 14 February for essential updates on new rules, industry shifts, and their impact on your business. Get direct insights from network leaders and participate in interactive Q&A sessions designed to keep your organization informed and prepared.
Upcoming Events
MRC Connects London
25 February 2025 | 18:00 (GMT)
Join us at MRC Connects London 2025 for an evening of networking and expert insights in payments and fraud prevention, sponsored by IPQS and Darwinium. Connect with industry leaders, gain fresh perspectives, and build valuable connections in the heart of London. Register Now
Upcoming Webinars
Pay it Safe: Keeping Bad Actors Out and Good Transactions In, Presented by Spreedly
12 February 2025 | 12:00 (ET)
Advanced fraud prevention tools and payment optimization strategies offer critical solutions to these challenges, empowering businesses to reduce losses and improve transaction success. This session will provide valuable knowledge to help you optimize your payment processes, reduce risks, and improve overall transaction performance. Register Now
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Fraud at the Quarter of the Century: 2024 Trends and predictions for 2025, Presented by Sift
19 February 2025 | 12:00 (ET)
Join Sift's Brittany Allen and MRC's Julie Fergerson as they discuss how key trends in the 2024 MRC Global Survey carried out through the year, as shown in Sift's Fraud Industry Benchmarking Resource (FIBR) data. What were the major fraud trends in 2024? What predictions can we make for 2025? Using the 2024 MRC Global survey, Sift's FIBR, and newsworthy stories, we will enable attendees to understand how their business fits into the changing landscape of fraud. Register Now
Professional Development?
Level Up Your Career with CPFPP Certification
Certification Pays Off
Prepare for the Certified Payments and Fraud Prevention Professional (CPFPP) exam with guidance from industry leaders and structured support. The CPFPP Guided Prep Program includes a full-day workshop, personalized study resources, extended eLearning access, and live Q&A sessions to set you up for success. MRC members get exclusive discounts, and Vegas attendees save an extra $250 when they add the prep program to their registration.?
New Course Alert: Geolocation Technology in the Fight Against Fraud
Fraud Detection Powered by Precision
Geolocation is a powerful tool in the fight against fraud, helping businesses detect suspicious activity, prevent account takeovers, and secure transactions. This course explores IP tracking, GPS, Wi-Fi, and other location-based methods to strengthen fraud detection while ensuring compliance with privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA. Learn how to integrate geolocation into security strategies, counter evasion tactics, and leverage real-time insights to protect your business.
News and Resources
Member Blog
AI-driven email intelligence is revolutionizing fraud prevention by detecting suspicious behavior in real-time. By analyzing login patterns, device usage, and location data, businesses can proactively identify threats and reduce false positives. From banking to eCommerce and gaming, this technology helps prevent account takeovers, cut fraud losses, and enhance security. Learn how AI is shaping the next generation of fraud defense.
Member Resource
This whitepaper by GeoComply examines the rise of "pig butchering" scams, where fraudsters lure victims into fake cryptocurrency investments. It explores how geolocation intelligence and digital signatures help detect fraud signals like location obfuscation and suspicious account activity. This guide provides practical strategies to protect users and prevent scammers from exploiting vulnerabilities.