The first half of 2025 shows a sharp rise in ad fraud, with global fraud rates averaging 39.7%, slightly above the same period in 2024. The growth was especially visible in Q2, reaching 49% in June– the highest monthly rate in the past five years. Fraudsters are shifting to more sophisticated and aggressive tactics, forcing advertisers and networks to adapt faster.
FraudScore’s latest Mid-Year Ad Fraud Report uncovers:
This mid-year report helps advertisers, ad networks, and platforms stay ahead of fraud by understanding where risks are growing and which tactics require the strongest protection.