The rise of online platforms and real-time wagering has transformed online gaming into a $114 billion industry, but this rapid growth also comes at a cost — first-party fraud.

First-party fraud, or the use of one’s own identity to commit a dishonest act for personal or financial gain, is hitting the online gaming industry harder than any other sector. In 2024, online gaming accounted for 55% of all first-party fraud incidents, despite it representing only 15% of online transactions.

And with 1 in 10 Americans admitting to disputing losing bets on sports sites and the average disputed bet at $109, the potential losses add up fast to $2.8 billion annually.

What’s worse, major events like the Super Bowl can send first-party fraud attempts into overdrive.

Our latest report, Behind the Screens: The Growing First-Party Fraud Crisis in Online Gaming, breaks down the numbers and uncovers the tactics consumers use to exploit online gaming operators.

Download the report to learn:
 

  • Why 37% of consumers say it’s easy to get away with fraud on online gaming platforms.
  • The deceptive strategies first-party fraudsters use, from manipulating payouts to falsely disputing losses.
  • Why unresolved disputes are eroding trust and damaging credibility with legitimate bettors.

 

The Super Bowl: First-party fraud’s biggest stage

 
The report highlights how the Super Bowl is the peak season for online gaming fraud, with 91% of first-party fraud offenders placing bets and 92% actively committing fraud during the 2024 game.

Download the report to uncover:
 

  • How nearly half of online gaming first-party fraud offenders express no regret for their actions.
  • The most common Super Bowl fraud schemes, like fake accidental bets and payout manipulation.
  • How users provide false personal details to qualify for promotions and access services.

Download the full report now and discover key insights into first-party fraud’s impact on online gaming. Explore tactics, trends, and Super Bowl-related risks, to help protect your bottom line.

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