Visa is standing up to fraud in New Zealand with bold measures to fight the sharp rise in AI-powered fraud, including real-time analytics, biometric authentication, and mandating a move away from outdated security mechanisms. New SMB Fraud Prevention Toolkit offers practical guidance, tools and checklists to help Kiwi small businesses protect against phishing, scams and online fraud. AUCKLAND, New Zealand, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Visa, a world leader in digital payments, is fighting back as scammers harness the power of artificial intelligence to target New Zealanders by using AI to combat AI. Launching its latest Security Roadmap for New Zealand, the bold three-year strategy aims to protect consumers and businesses from rapidly evolving cyber threats.