Fraud Predictions 2025: Trust Collapse and AI Scams

Fraudology is presented by Sardine. Get your tickets to Sardine[Con] and end the scamedmic

The latest Fraudology Podcast episode features an eye-opening conversation between host Karisse Hendrick and fraud expert Frank McKenna, as they unpack their top fraud predictions for the year ahead. The discussion centers around the theme of eroding trust in digital interactions, with Frank explaining how AI-powered scams are becoming the new norm. They explore the rise of "data sniper scams," where fraudsters leverage breached personal data to create hyper-targeted, fear-inducing messages.

The episode also covers the increasing sophistication of romance scams, including a recent case involving AI-generated images of celebrities. Karisse and Frank emphasize the importance of education and collaboration in combating these evolving threats, urging organizations to empower their fraud analysts to share knowledge and insights. They touch on the potential impact of new political administrations on fraud regulations and the growing concerns around cryptocurrency-related crimes.

Don't miss this crucial discussion on the future of fraud and cybersecurity.

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.

Connect with her on LinkedIn

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