January 29, 2025 — Global Investigative Services, Inc. (GIS), a leading provider of employment background screening solutions, today announced a partnership with Cerebrum, an advanced digital identity verification platform, to address the growing risk of identity fraud in the hiring process. By integrating Cerebrum’s vID technology, this partnership ensures that only verified, clean data is used throughout the background screening process, significantly reducing the risk of identity fraud, including synthetic identity fraud.
Identity fraud has become one of the most pressing issues in the hiring landscape, with synthetic identity fraud—the practice of creating a fictitious identity using real and fabricated data—posing a major threat to businesses. According to a study by McKinsey, synthetic identity fraud is the fastest-growing type of financial crime in the U.S., resulting in $20 billion in losses annually. vID helps combat this by biometrically authenticating personal identifying information (PII) from government-issued IDs and automatically capturing verified data at the very start of the background screening process.
vID ensures that background checks are performed only on fully authenticated and verified identities, greatly reducing the chances of synthetic identities slipping through the cracks. By using biometric authentication and secure data capture, GIS is helping employers avoid the significant risks and costs associated with hiring candidates based on fraudulent identities.
“In an era where identity fraud is becoming increasingly sophisticated, organizations need solutions that not only meet today’s challenges but also anticipate tomorrow’s risks. Our partnership with GIS reflects our shared commitment to providing secure, innovative tools that safeguard businesses from fraud, while empowering them to make confident, informed decisions in their hiring processes.” said Sebastian Mellen, co-founder and CEO of Cerebrum.
This partnership is particularly valuable for industries that rely on trust and regulatory compliance, such as healthcare, education, and financial services, where preventing identity fraud is critical. By leveraging Cerebrum’s vID technology, GIS clients are now able to implement a more reliable and secure screening process, ensuring that applicants are who they say they are furthering mitigating risk during the hiring process.
According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), identity theft reports surged 113% from 2019 to 2021, with synthetic identity fraud being a significant driver. With the combined efforts of GIS and Cerebrum, businesses can now safeguard themselves against the rising tide of synthetic identity fraud, helping to maintain a secure and trusted workforce.
About Cerebrum
Cerebrum is a technology company building identity and credential verification solutions with a focus on enabling secure, trusted environments. Through our collaboration with global partners, we help communities grow with accuracy, efficiency, and confidence.
Cerebrum is dedicated to providing solutions that prioritize a simple, clear experience for all users. Their ecosystem is built to integrate seamlessly and flexibly with other platforms to enhance the ease with which people manage and share their digital identities. To learn more, visit cerebrum.com
About Global Investigative Services, Inc.
For 30 years, GIS has set the standard for excellence and reliability in the background screening industry. Trusted by organizations nationwide, GIS delivers comprehensive and reliable screening solutions tailored to meet every need.
GIS strives to deliver advanced resources, innovative solutions, and exceptional customer support, ensuring that every client benefits from a seamless and efficient experience. Whether you’re looking to streamline hiring processes, enhance security, or maintain compliance, GIS has the expertise and tools to meet your needs. To learn more, visit www.gispi.com
