What a Financial Crime Expert Knows That Most People Don’t

Fraud has a new playbook — and most people don’t know how it works.Financial crime expert Jessica Cath explains the tactics being used today.In this episode, Aleksandra King speaks with Jessica Cath, Head of Financial Crime at Thistle Initiatives, about the changing landscape of financial fraud and why awareness has become one of the most important forms of protection.From highly convincing digital impersonation schemes to emotionally manipulative relationship fraud, organised networks are constantly adapting the way they target individuals and businesses.Jessica explains why the UK has become one of the most targeted markets globally, how young people are sometimes drawn into illegal money-movement schemes, and why the first minutes after losing access to your phone or banking apps can be critical.In this conversation:• Why financial fraud is now one of the fastest-growing forms of crime globally• The tactics behind the “new fraud playbook” used by organised networks• Why recovering lost funds can be extremely difficult• How young people are recruited into money-movement schemes• What to do quickly if your phone or banking access is compromisedEven people who work professionally in financial crime prevention can still become victims.This episode explores how the landscape of fraud is changing — and what individuals and businesses should understand to better protect themselves.Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not legal, financial, or forensic advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed.🔗 Watch more full episodes of Beyond with Aleksandra King here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3iQHE-qteJING9jXVVuVUdDa-9qqer7J📲 Connect with Aleksandra:Media Producer → https://aleksandra.mediaInstagram → https://instagram.com/king.aleksandraLinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/aleksandraking🌐 Join Aleksandra’s Inner Circle → https://laylo.com/aleksandraking💌 Business inquiries → [email protected]#FinancialIntelligence #GlobalRisk #JessicaCath #BeyondWithAleksandraKing #AssetProtection #BusinessStrategy #LondonSafety #TechSecurity #DigitalForensics