Fraud Detection Tools, AI and Digital Identity Verification are lead the list of technologies the UK’s anti merchant fraud professionals are sourcing for their 2026 projects, according to our exclusive research.
The findings have been revealed in the run up to the Fraud Prevention Summit, which takes place on November 10th in London and are based on delegate requirements.
Delegates registering to attend are asked which solutions they needed to invest in during 2026and beyond.
Authentication and Biometrics rounded out the Top 5.
Sarah Beall, Managing Director at Forum Events & Media, said: “Our latest research shows a clear shift toward intelligent, layered defence. Fraud detection platforms, AI, and digital identity verification are leading 2026 investment plans as merchants look to outpace increasingly sophisticated attacks without adding checkout friction. It’s telling that authentication and biometrics round out the top five: teams are prioritising orchestration across tools, stronger compliance, and a better customer experience in equal measure. The Fraud Prevention Summit will bring these priorities into focus, connecting leaders with the innovations and partnerships that will define the next phase of merchant risk management.”
Top 10 technologies being sourced by Fraud Protection Summit delegates 2026:
Fraud Detection Tools
AI
Digital Identity Verification
Authentication
Biometrics
Compliance
Device Intelligence
KYC Compliance
Rick Prevention
Chargeback Protection
For more information about the buying trends data and the Fraud Prevention Summit, contact Jennie lane on 01992 374098 | j.lane@forumevents.co.uk.
