The tool is designed to flag potentially fraudulent purchases and temporarily block transactions, similar to fraud detection systems used by banks and credit card companies.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks during a press conference at the State Capitol building on Jan. 5, 2026 in St. Paul, Minnesota. (Stephen Maturen / Getty Images)
Government agencies face a rising tide of synthetic identity and digital fraud attacks. New automated identity verification solutions are helping them avoid millions in potential losses, according…