Uncovering the World of Domain Fraud with Industry Insider Ryan Konop

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In this episode of Fraudology, host Karisse Hendrick welcomes Ryan Konop, Senior Manager of Payment Systems and Processing for Newfold Digital, to discuss the complex world of domain fraud. Ryan, with a background in the navy and extensive experience in the domain web hosting industry, dives into the sophisticated tactics of fraudsters who exploit international events and the evolving systems used to combat these threats.

They explore the critical role of domain registrars, the impending switch from whois to RDAP for registrar information, and the growing need for collaboration across various teams to detect and prevent different types of fraud. Ryan also shares insights on machine learning applications for fraud prevention and the unique challenges faced by the web hosting industry. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on how advanced systems and a collaborative mindset are essential in staying a step ahead of these digital adversaries.

To connect with Ryan Konop:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rkonop/

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 weekly, on Tuesdays.