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What The Fraud?

Sumsub
Fraud Prevention
Identity Theft
Fintech Fraud
APP Fraud
Deepfakes
Crypto Fraud
Social Engineering
Online Payment Fraud
Digital Fraud
Digital Equality
Igaming
Fraud
Consumer Scams
Money Laundering
Revolut
Social Media Platforms
Marginalized Communities
Financial Services
Ai-Generated Fraud
Mettle

Join Thomas Taraniuk in hosting leading minds from the world of AI, fintech, crypto, iGaming, and more. This podcast dives deep into the most pressing issues surrounding digital fraud in business. Each episode dissects key fraud-related issues that companies—both big and small—face today. From deepfakes and identity theft to money mules and forced verification, What The Fraud? is where digital fra... more

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“What happens when a fraudster doesn’t steal an identity… but builds one from scratch?”

Synthetic identities are one of the fastest-growing threats in financial crime. Built from fragments of real and fabricated data, these identities can pass onboa... more

Fraud in iGaming is shaping how operators grow, how regulators respond, and where investors place bets. Recorded live at ICE Barcelona in partnership with the C-Suite Podcast, this is Part 2 of our special What The Fraud? series on the widening globa... more

Unlicensed operators and AI-enabled fraud are scaling faster than most safeguards. Regulators, operators, and tech providers are being forced to rethink what “player protection” actually means, and how to enforce it across borders. This is Part 1 of ... more

"We can't possibly think of victims as being stupid." We often think of fraud victims as gullible or careless. But what if the real story is about ruthless targeting by increasingly sophisticated criminals? What if AI, deepfakes and quantum computing... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Wood
Counter-fraud expert and a former fraudster who scammed millions before turning his life around to become an advocate for fraud prevention.
Episode: An Ex-Fraudster's Guide to Staying Safe
Artem Popov
Technical Product Manager for Fraud Prevention Solutions at Sumsub
Sumsub
Episode: Inside Sumsub's 2025 Identity Fraud Report
T Raja Kumar
Former head of the Financial Action Task Force
Episode: APAC Fraud Insights: Singapore WTF? Summit - Part 2
Holly Fang
President of the Singapore FinTech Association
Singapore FinTech Association
Episode: APAC Fraud Insights: Singapore WTF? Summit - Part 2
Pasi Koistinen
Chief Information Security Officer at CoinHaCo
CoinHaCo
Episode: APAC Fraud Insights: Singapore WTF? Summit - Part 2
Boris Montin
FinTech Risk Director at Glovo
Glovo
Episode: Glovo's Fraud Playbook: From Free Lunches to Money Laundering
John Kothanek
Vice President for Global Intelligence at Coinbase
Coinbase
Episode: Inside Coinbase: Hunting Crypto Scammers
Jessie Apple
Global Head of Financial Crime Compliance and Risk at WISE
WISE
Episode: The Wise Approach to Fraud Prevention
Aaron Wilson
Head of Fraud Product at WISE
WISE
Episode: The Wise Approach to Fraud Prevention

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Thomas Taraniuk
Host focusing on insights from industry leaders in AI, fintech, and fraud prevention, responsible for key conversations on digital fraud issues.

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An Ex-Fraudster's Guide to Staying Safe
Q: How different would your career be as a fraudster if you had access to AI back then?
I believe I would have been immensely more prolific and possibly wouldn't have gotten caught due to the capabilities AI provides.
An Ex-Fraudster's Guide to Staying Safe
Q: Could you tell us a little bit more about your work now and who you advise?
I advise law enforcement, banks, and companies like Sumsub by providing an insider perspective on fraud prevention. My experience as a former fraudster gives me unique insights to assist in these efforts.
Inside Sumsub's 2025 Identity Fraud Report
Q: What are the implications for businesses dealing with such sophisticated fraud?
Businesses need to adopt a multi-layered approach to verification, combining different checks to enhance security.
Inside Sumsub's 2025 Identity Fraud Report
Q: What do you think is the shift in fraud attempts between amateur and professional?
The shift is significant, with nearly one-third of attacks involving something advanced, combining various sophisticated techniques.
Inside Sumsub's 2025 Identity Fraud Report
Q: Can you briefly tell us what you do here at Sumsub, and why this report matters so much for you?
I am responsible for the whole fraud prevention solution and product, and this report matters because we work globally and want to understand different trends.

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Programming provides insights into the evolving landscape of digital fraud, focusing on how businesses can protect themselves from various threats. Major topics include advanced fraud techniques such as deepfakes, identity theft, and challenges posed by rapidly changing technologies. Each episode features interviews with industry leaders from diverse sectors like fintech, cryptocurrency, and AI, enhancing the depth of discussion on pressing fraud-related issues.

Listeners can expect actionable advice and a wealth of knowledge from experts, making this a valuable resource for professionals looking to stay informed about digital fraud. The combination of expert insights, real-world examples, and practical suggestions sets this apart as a go-... more

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