Summer 2025 is underway and with it comes plenty of events from music festivals to pop-ups, and outdoor concerts and everything in between. After a long winter, people are ready to get outdoors and enjoy live entertainment. However, with an uptick in demand, there...
A recent news report spotlighted what many in the hospitality and event industry already know: fake IDs are more sophisticated and common among college students. For many, fake ID use is a rite of passage of sorts for socialization. But, for businesses, it’s a threat...
Summer in New York is synonymous with outdoor concerts. But unfortunately, with these events comes a rise in underage drinking, and state authorities are taking it seriously. In early May, New York’s DMV, State Liquor Authority, State Police, and other agencies...
If you’re a business owner who sells age-restricted products, you understand how important age verification is to operational success. That’s why the tools you choose make the difference. Handheld ID scanners are valuable assets for your business and can help you...
Businesses that sell age-restricted items are under a brighter spotlight to ensure they adhere to regulations and protect themselves and their patrons. Potential penalties for non-compliance can hurt a business’s finances and reputation. That’s why investing in a...
The financial impact regulatory infractions place on a business can be insurmountable. Some start at $10,000 per day, plus additional fines of up to $250,000 if a minor gains access to restricted content. Not to mention the adverse effects on a business’s reputation....
Casinos are highly regulated entertainment places where accountability, compliance, and safety reign supreme. One of the best ways casinos can legally protect themselves is by investing in age and identity verification tools that take the guesswork out of the IDing...
Businesses that sell age-restricted items can’t afford to take chances when it comes to ID verification. Non compliance can lead to fines, license suspensions and in the worst-case scenario, permanent closure. To reduce those risks, establishments like bars,...
Stories of identity fraud continue to appear in the news, and one recently in West Baton Rouge is gaining attention. In this story, a man, using a fake ID, purchased two lawnmowers valued at over $16,000 using fraudulent credit cards and fake identification. According...
Fake IDs are becoming more sophisticated, making it increasingly difficult for businesses to discern them from real ones. We were recently mentioned in a New York Times feature article about the growing sophistication of these counterfeit IDs. While it’s difficult,...
