Fraudsters are increasingly using generative AI to create “sanctioned” scams. Those where victims voluntarily transfer funds to them. At the same time, traditional methods of protection focused on reactive detection are rapidly becoming obsolete. But AI and data analytics have also become the basis for a new system to combat crypto fraudsters. The solution is offered by the Spanish startup Acoru. This is the NextGen platform, which is able to predict sanctioned fraud before it occurs.
In 2023, the company raised €4 million from investment company Adara Ventures and venture fund Athos Capital. These investments were aimed at developing technology that combines generative AI, advanced analytics and an intelligent network. The platform analyzes structured and unstructured data, identifying early indicators of fraud: changes in account behavior, signs of “mule accounts” (accounts used to transfer illegally acquired money on behalf of cybercriminals) and anomalous patterns. The focus on predictability allows blocking attacks before the transaction, which is especially important in the context of new regulatory requirements.
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Pablo de la Riva and David Morán, the founders of the startup Acoru, have 20 years of experience in cybersecurity. Their previous project Revelock was acquired by Feedzai, a company that uses AI to identify financial risks. This confirms the team’s expertise. And their new platform has already attracted its first customers in Europe and America. Now the startup is planning the next round of investment for 2026, for further expansion.
However, the effectiveness of generative AI requires constant updating of algorithms. After all, the success of Acoru depends on the platform’s ability to adapt to new types of scams, which also evolve in parallel with technology. And scaling the platform for a global market may face differences in regulatory frameworks, especially in jurisdictions with strict data protection laws.
However, the NextGen platform democratizes access to expertise: an intuitive interface allows employees without a technical background to analyze risks. This is especially important for small financial institutions that previously could not afford complex systems.
Startup Acoru suggests that the future of cybersecurity lies in preventive measures. Indeed, in a world where 70% of financial frauds are committed through sanctioned schemes, such solutions are becoming not just an innovation, but a necessity.
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