News on Identity Verification and Facial Recognition

Learn more about risk assessment, identity verification, face search, and customer screening. Find out how machine learning and AI are used for background checks.

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Persona vs Pixalytica: best KYC tool comparison

If you came across different KYC platforms and ended up choosing between two of the best: Persona and Pixalytica, but you're not sure which one to choose, check this guide and make your final decision about the best KYC solution.

AI & Tech

Jul 27, 2026

PEP Background Checks — Find Politicians and Government Officials from a Photo

Learn why PEP screening is an important part of KYC, AML, financial fraud prevention, and risk assessment, and how you can use Pixalytica to detect possible PEP from just a photo.

Use Cases

Jul 8, 2026

What is Pixalytica? A FAQ about facial recognition KYC reports

Face search can go much deeper and become more advanced and detailed, that's the main idea behind Pixalytica. Let's take a look at what Pixalytica is and what it can be used for.

Updates

Jun 30, 2026

Photo Background Checks in 2026: what you need to know

Traditional background checks help verify identities and reduce any potential risk. Today, you can also perform a photo background check using just an image. Let's explore how photo background checks work and the best ways to perform one in 2026.

Updates

Jun 22, 2026

What Tools Do Insurance Companies Use for Background Checks?

The insurance industry carries a high level of risk - from fraudulent applications to unpaid debts and criminal activities. That’s why they rely on background checks before offering coverage to applicants. They verify personal details, review past claims, and detect signs of potential fraud. In this article, we explain what types of background checks are usually involved, and how you can assess your own risk score.

AI & Tech

Jun 16, 2026

Fraud prevention with identity verification: Protect your business online

Online businesses are vulnerable to fraud. It is easier than ever to damage or even destroy an online service. How can you prevent it? By implementing a reliable identity verification solution.

Use Cases

Jun 2, 2026

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