Fraud as a Service: the underground industry.

Fraud as a Service: the underground industry.

In this episode, Bobby Chen, a fraud and risk PM at Twilio, shares insights into the evolving landscape of bots, AI-powered attacks, and the underground toolkit used by bad actors. Discover how fraud as a service operates, the tools hackers leverage, and what organisations can do to defend themselves. Key Topics * AI-powered bots and their evolution * Underground toolkit used by bad actors * Fraud as a service and reselling tools * Anti-detect browsers and evasion techniques * The impact of AI on fraud and security * Organised crime and state-sponsored cyber threats * Data sharing and organisational collaboration in fraud prevention * Emerging trends in bot attacks and scams * Verifiable credentials and identity verification * Reducing friction while maintaining security Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bot Threats 02:45 The Evolution of Bots and AI 05:56 Understanding the Underground Toolkit 09:08 Fraud as a Service 12:13 The Role of Mule Accounts in Fraud 15:02 The Industrialisation of Fraud 17:46 Data Sharing and Organisational Challenges 20:58 The Importance of Information Sharing 23:50 Current Trends in Bot Attacks 26:52 Future Innovations in Fraud Prevention #Cybersecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #CyberCrime #FraudPrevention

The future is continuous verification

In this episode, Shyam Menon discusses the evolving landscape of identity in the AI era, the challenges of fraud prevention, and how technology and organisational strategies are adapting to new threats. A must-listen for anyone interested in digital trust and security. Key Topics * The changing definition of identity in the AI era * Challenges of fraud prevention with deepfakes and manipulated videos * The importance of continuous verification and behavioural signals * Organisational and regulatory hurdles in deploying fraud detection models * The role of technology and talent in combating fraud Chapters 00:00 The Evolution of Identity in the AI Era 09:13 Challenges in Fraud Prevention and Identity Verification 18:30 The Role of Technology in Identity Verification 27:34 Proactive vs Reactive Approaches in Fraud Prevention 36:40 Future Trends in Fraud Prevention and Identity Management #Cybersecurity #AI #FraudPrevention #DigitalTrust #Deepfakes

The human side of fraud

In this episode, Matt Brady interviews Ben Herut to explore the complex world of chargebacks, fraud prevention, and the future of payment security. They discuss the origins of chargebacks, the rise of friendly fraud, and how emerging technologies like AI and real-time data sharing could revolutionise the industry. Key Topics * History and purpose of chargebacks * Rise of friendly fraud and online shopping * Impact of AI and real-time data sharing * Challenges in fraud detection and prevention * Future trends in payment security Chapters 00:00 Understanding Chargebacks: Origins and Purpose 03:02 The Rise of Friendly Fraud 05:53 The Role of Issuers and Merchants in Chargebacks 08:38 The Impact of Technology on Chargebacks 11:29 Navigating the Chargeback Landscape: Challenges and Solutions 14:28 The Future of Chargebacks: Agents and AI 16:55 The Complexity of Modern Transactions 18:11 Data Sharing and Decision Making in Chargebacks 20:58 The Balance of Speed and Security in Payments 22:43 The Evolution of Chargeback Solutions 24:08 Looking Ahead: Opportunities and Risks in Chargebacks Keywords chargebacks, fraud prevention, online payments, friendly fraud, AI, payment security, fintech, fraud detection, banking technology #Fintech #FraudPrevention #OnlinePayments #Chargebacks #CyberSecurity

Fighting fraud in the Agentic Era

Exploring the impact of agentic AI on fraud detection and cybersecurity, with insights from Shimon Modi on evolving threats, trust management, and future strategies. Key Topics • Impact of agentic AI on fraud and cybersecurity • Shift from bot blocking to trust management • Behavioural biometrics and intent assessment • Economic implications of AI-driven fraud • Legal and liability issues in agentic AI Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Agentic Era and Fraud 02:26 The Shift from Bot Management to Agentic Trust Management 06:35 Reframing the Defence Playbook 09:07 Understanding Intent and Signals in Agentic Behaviour 11:24 The Economics of Agentic Fraud 13:56 Navigating Agent-to-Agent Interactions 16:18 The Future of Fraud in an Agentic World 22:16 Liability and Accountability in the Age of Agents #Cybersecurity #agenticai #ai #frauddetection #cyberdefense

Is Identity Verification now redundant?

Exploring the evolving landscape of identity verification, its challenges, and future directions with expert David Maimon. Understand how digital identity is shifting from snapshot checks to comprehensive, historical signals to combat fraud effectively. * * * * * #Cybersecurity #IdentityTheft #FraudPrevention #DigitalIdentity #AI