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AI Spy
by Anurag Mohapatra
Join us in the world of financial crime prevention, where we delve into the powerful synergy of Artificial Intelligence and cutting-edge technology. This podcast brings expert insights, no-nonsense discussions, and deep dives into topics like Anti-Money Laundering, Payments Fraud, and more. Hosted casually and informatively, we invite A-listers from the industry to share their experience and learnings.
Episodes
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Promptism with Sune Selsbæk-Reitz
In this episode, I sit down with Sune Selsbæk-Reitz, a historian whose work traces how confident, fluent language gets mistaken for reliable knowledge, a pattern he now studies in how we relate to AI. His book Promptism names and unpacks this behavior for a generative AI audience.We start with…
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Vulnerability Management in the Age of AI
The security community has been sounding alarms about AI infrastructure for two years. BadHost, a critical authentication bypass discovered in May 2026 inside one of the most widely used Python frameworks on the internet, is what that alarm sounds like when it goes off. Dan Fernandez returns to…
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The Other End of the Wire
Most of us in fraud prevention have never spoken to someone who has been inside a scam compound. Ling Li has. A Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne with a decade in law enforcement experience and field roles across the ICRC, UNHCR, and the University of Liverpool's Modern Slavery...
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Forensic Cyberpsychology: How AI is changing crime and human behavior
AI is changing more than workflows—it’s changing how we communicate, what we trust, and how criminals manipulate people. In this episode, I’m joined by James McDowell, Executive Director of the Cyber Crime Research Institute (CCRI) and an adjunct professor at American Military University, to…
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Investigating Modern Fraud: A Law Enforcement Perspective
What does financial crime really look like from the law enforcement side? In this episode, Victoria Frosch Bowes joins us to share a frontline view of modern fraud investigations — from her time as a Detective Constable working complex fraud cases, to her current role in securities enforcement.…
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The Psychology of Scams
In this episode, Anurag sits down with Whistine Chai to explore the human side of scams. Whistine brings more than 17 years of experience in clinical, forensic, and industrial-organizational psychology, along with extensive field work in Singapore focused on understanding victims and offenders.…
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The Famous Fraud Guy
In this episode of AI SPY, Anurag sits down with the ever-busy Andrew Austin, a fraud prevention expert whose insights are shaped by years of experience tackling financial crime across institutions. The conversation kicks off with Andrew’s origin story—how he got into the fraud space and why...
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The Saturday Fraud Strategist
Founder, CTO, fraud strategist and newsletter author Chen Zamir joins AI SPY to share stories and playbooks that make fraud prevention both practical and approachable. We start with his early experiences in fraud prevention, working at a startup and the surreal experience of identity theft on a...
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Breach Resilience: Your voice isn't yours
Voice authentication was once celebrated as the future of secure and frictionless banking. By 2023, nearly 1.9 billion people worldwide were enrolled in voice biometric systems, and banks like HSBC were touting hundreds of millions in fraud losses prevented. But advances in AI-driven deepfakes…
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Chasing Shadows: Inside Scam Psychology with Alex Somervell
When it comes to scam prevention, few founders have a story as personal—and painful—as Alex Somervell. In this episode, we hear how the CEO and co-founder of AskSilver turned a deeply personal experience into a mission: to help banks detect scams through empathy, human understanding, and smarter...
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OSINT and Financial Crime
In this episode of AI SPY, we sit down with Zara Perumal, CTO and co-founder of Overwatch.io, to explore the evolving landscape of open-source intelligence (OSINT) and dark web monitoring in fighting fraud and financial crime. Zara shares her journey from MIT to Google's Threat Analysis Group and...
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Catfishing and Romance Scams with AARS
Episode Summary As we launch into 2025, we tackle a critical issue: romance scams. With Valentine's Day around the corner, host Anurag sits down with Kathy Waters and Brian Denny from Advocating Against Romance Scammers (AARS) to discuss the alarming rise of online deception that preys on...
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Stomping out Scams with Ken Palla
In this episode of AI SPY, we sit down with Ken Palla, a seasoned expert in financial crime prevention, to explore Australia's innovative Scam Prevention Framework (SPF). Ken shares insights from his extensive career, discusses current scam trends, and delves into the SPF's multi-sector approach…
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UPI and Banking Fraud with Anis Ahmed
In this episode of AI SPY, we explore the impact of UPI on India’s digital infrastructure with financial crime expert Anis Ahmed. While UPI has driven financial inclusion, it has also brought a sharp rise in banking fraud. Anis discusses scams like “digital arrest” and job fraud, compares global...
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Cybersecurity Trends with Francis West
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month wraps up, this episode brings you a brief yet insight-rich conversation with cybersecurity expert Francis West. Francis and Anurag Mohapatra dive into some of the most critical topics affecting organizations and individuals today—from advanced tactics used by...
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AI, Doxing, and Evolving Threats with Dan Fernandez
In this special Cybersecurity Awareness Month episode of AI Spy, we sit down with cybersecurity expert Dan Fernandez to explore the cutting-edge trends shaping the world of digital security. With AI becoming a powerful tool in the hands of cybercriminals, ransomware evolving, and doxing emerging…
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Let's Talk Dirty Money with Christian Leuprecht
In this episode, we dive into the shadowy world of money laundering with Christian Leuprecht, a renowned expert on global security and author of the book "Dirty Money." We explore why Christian wrote this book now, and discuss the growing transnational nature of money laundering. Christian sheds...
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Video Games and Money Laundering
In this episode, we dive into the complex world of money laundering in the video game industry with Detective Matthew Hogan, MS. We discuss: Methods used by criminals to launder money through in-game items and currencies. Challenges and limitations within current AML regulations. The role of...
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Hieu Ngo: A Journey from Cybercrime to Cybersecurity
In this episode of AI SPY, we are joined by Hieu Ngo, a former hacker who has now turned a new leaf and is actively contributing to cybersecurity efforts. Hieu shares his unique journey from being convicted for his cybercrimes to becoming an educator in Vietnam's cybersecurity agency. We delve…
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Revolutionizing Digital Security with Jesse Tayler
In this episode of AI SPY, we sit down with Jesse Tayler, the visionary inventor of the App Store and co-founder of TruAnon. Jesse shares his incredible journey from pioneering the digital distribution of software to tackling today's most pressing digital security challenges. We delve into his...
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AI Regulations, Copyright Challenges, and Mental Wellness with Norvin Chan
In this episode we delve into the complex world of AI regulations, copyright challenges, and mental wellness with Norvin Chan, founder of Broken Bear and a legal expert on AI. Join us as we explore the pressing need for regulating AI technologies to mitigate potential risks and ensure ethical…
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Romance Scams with Becky Holmes
In this episode we dive deep into the deceptive world of romance scams with author Becky Holmes, renowned for her book "Keanu Reeves is not in love with you." Becky shares her extensive research and personal encounters to shed light on the prevalence and impact of romance fraud. From identifying...
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Guarding Your Data with Francis West
In this episode of "The AI SPY" podcast, join us as we delve into the world of data breach prevention with Francis West, CEO of Security Everywhere. Data breaches have become increasingly prevalent in our digital age, posing significant threats to individuals and organizations alike. Francis…
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Scammed into Scamming
In this riveting episode of "The AI SPY" podcast, join host Anurag as he sits down with Mina Chiang, founder of Humanity Research Consultancy (HRC), to uncover the hidden world of modern slavery and human trafficking. Together, they delve into the disturbing reality of fraud factories and their...
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Exploring Deep Fakes and Banking Fraud
Introduction: In this episode of "The AI SPY" podcast, host Anurag delves into the world of deep fakes and their potential impact on banking fraud. Joined by cybersecurity expert Matt Wright, Director of Research for the Global Cybersecurity Institute, they explore the evolution of deep fakes,...
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Talking Scams with Jorij Abraham
In an increasingly unpredictable digital age, scams have become an ever-looming threat, transcending geographical boundaries and wreaking havoc on lives worldwide. Scammers are not only remarkably adept at targeting the vulnerable but also skilled in using the fear to extort victims. Recent...
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What the FRAML with Vic Maculaitis
In this episode, Anurag delves into financial crime prevention with industry expert Vic Maculaitis. Together, they unravel the intriguing concept of FRAML, which stands for the convergence of fraud prevention and anti-money laundering. They explore why this concept has struggled to evolve beyond...
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Lifetime of Fighting Fraud with Doug Shadel
In this episode, we delve deep into the fascinating world of fraud and scams with Doug Shadel. With a lifetime dedicated to combating fraudsters, Doug brings unparalleled insights, stories, and advice that will leave you both informed and inspired. Doug Shadel's journey into the world of fraud...
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Unmasking Identity Theft: With Dr. Axton Betz-Hamilton
In this compelling episode, we delve into the riveting world of identity theft with the acclaimed author, Dr. Axton Betz-Hamilton, renowned for her insightful work in "The Less People Know About Us." Join us as we explore the intricacies of her book, peeling back the layers of her writing process...
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Cyber Brew: Unveiling Cybersecurity Risk and Money Mules
In an era of unprecedented connectivity, our financial systems are constantly threatened by cybercriminals who leverage sophisticated tactics to exploit vulnerabilities. The fusion of cyber risk with banking fraud is reshaping the landscape of financial security, presenting challenges and...
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Crafting Conversations with Prompt Engineering
From the command line interface to GUI and now to natural language prompting, the evolution of programming interaction has been remarkable. Prompt engineering has emerged as a transformative force in AI, shaping how we engage with technology. In this episode, join us as we take a profound plunge...
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Dark Web and banking fraud: David Maimon
From illicit marketplaces peddling stolen data, counterfeit documents, and counterfeit goods to sophisticated phishing schemes and ransomware-as-a-service, cybercriminals have found a haven within the dark web. In this episode, we speak to David Maimon and explore the fraudulent activities that...
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Unraveling the Secrets of Mail Theft: Frank Albergo
In an era where cybercrime and digital fraud dominate the headlines, it's easy to overlook the significant impact of what I like to call "Analog fraud." Every day, countless individuals fall victim to schemes involving stolen mail, forged checks, and other forms of traditional deception. In this...
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Generative AI: Data Privacy and Security Risks
In this episode, we speak to Dan Fernandez to understand some of the risks involved in using publicly available LLM/Generative AI products and how organizations can protect themselves. Dan is a cybersecurity practitioner and creator of the successful DataBasement podcast. Data Basement | Podcast…
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Generative AI and its impact: Tejas Shastry
Since its launch in November 2022, Open AI's ChatGPT has had a profound impact. Generative AI is a household term. In this episode, I talk to the CTO and co-founder of Truleo to understand the origins and evolutions of LLMs, data privacy and fraud concerns. Audio Credit: Music from #Uppbeat (free...
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Join us in the world of financial crime prevention, where we delve into the powerful synergy of Artificial Intelligence and cutting-edge technology. This podcast brings expert insights, no-nonsense discussions, and deep dives into topics like Anti-Money Laundering, Payments Fraud, and more. Hosted casually and informatively, we invite A-listers from the industry to share their experience and learnings.
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Join us in the world of financial crime prevention, where we delve into the powerful synergy of Artificial Intelligence and cutting-edge technology. This podcast brings expert insights, no-nonsense discussions, and deep dives into topics like Anti-Money Laundering, Payments Fraud, and more. Hosted...
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