Episode 339

The Human Element in Crypto Scams: Victims and Perpetrators, with Nick Furneaux

Published on: 21st January, 2025

Fraudology is presented by Persona.

Prepare to have your mind blown by the latest Fraudology episode featuring Nick Furneaux, a trailblazer in cryptocurrency investigations. Karisse guides listeners through an eye-opening discussion on the realities of crypto-related crime and the investigative techniques used to combat it.

Furneaux shares shocking insights into the industrialization of scamming, including the disturbing rise of "scam centers" where fraudsters themselves become victims of human trafficking. The conversation takes unexpected turns, touching on everything from ancient Greek insurance fraud to the philosophical nature of currency itself. Furneaux's ability to simplify complex concepts shines through as he explains blockchain technology using relatable analogies like Excel spreadsheets and Lego bricks.

The episode highlights the critical need for law enforcement to adapt to the lightning-fast pace of technological change, with Furneaux advocating for AI-driven solutions to keep up with increasingly sophisticated criminal operations. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the challenges facing fraud investigators and the innovative approaches being developed to address them.

Don't miss this chance to learn from one of the field's most knowledgeable and engaging experts.

Fraudology is hosted by Karisse Hendrick, a fraud fighter with decades of experience advising hundreds of the biggest ecommerce companies in the world on fraud, chargebacks, and other forms of abuse impacting a company's bottom line.

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She brings her experience, expertise, and extensive network of experts to this podcast semi weekly, on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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About the Podcast

Fraudology Podcast with Karisse Hendrick
Join Fraud Fighter Karisse Hendrick twice a week for deep dive interviews and weekly fraud news.
If you work in online fraud prevention, chances are you've caught the "bug". The bug that makes you passionate about identifying & preventing cybercriminals from getting away with stealing from your company, or your client's companies. Most people who have made cyber-fraud their career have the perfect balance of analytical and social skills, a strong sense of justice and the curiosity that will drive you to go down every path of information until you "crack the case".

Just like sociology is the study of social behavior, and psychology is the study of human behavior, Fraudology is the science and study of fraud.

On the Fraudology podcast, long-time online fraud expert, Karisse Hendrick will dive into all areas of Fraudology from the perspective of a fraud-fighter. With guests ranging from former cybercriminals to fraud-fighters at Fortune 500 companies to law enforcement and others, you will no doubt be entertained, while learning a lot about fraud & other forms of abuse prevention!

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