Fraud in the Age of AI — Why Australians Are More Exposed Than Ever

Brent talks with Richard Atkinson, Head of Fraud and Identity for Experian Australia and New Zealand, to unpack the rapidly evolving world of online fraud and identity theft — and how artificial intelligence is changing the threat landscape. New research shows fraud is no longer a rare or isolated issue, but a widespread everyday risk affecting more than half of Australians. With scams becoming faster, more convincing, and increasingly automated, criminals are now using AI to mimic voices, replicate writing styles, and target victims at scale. We explore what types of scams are most common, why younger Australians are reporting higher victim rates, and which sectors are most exposed. We also look at the growing tension between trust and technology, with many Australians still uncomfortable with AI-driven security tools despite rising threats. It’s a clear, practical conversation about how fraud is changing, who is most at risk, and what can realistically be done to stay protected in a digital environment that is becoming harder to trust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.