Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology host Karisse Hendrick kicks off this episode with updates on recent fraud news, including new sanctions against Southeast Asian cyber scam networks and the ongoing Shiny Hunters attacks targeting Salesforce plugins. But the meat of the episode focuses on a blockbuster CNBC investigation into fraud on Walmart's third-party marketplace. Karisse meticulously breaks down the investigation's fi...
Sep 30, 2025•50 min•Ep. 378
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick explores a disturbing trend in cybercrime the dramatic shift in who is perpetrating large scale fraud and scams targeting Western countries. Karisse reveals how fraud originating from Eastern Europe and Nigeria has declined in recent years, while schemes tied to Chinese organized crime groups have exploded. She details the rise of sophisticated scams like "pi...
Sep 23, 2025•34 min•Ep. 377
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this special crossover episode of Fraudology and Banking on Fraudology, hosts Karisse and Hailey meetup in Austin, Texas to discuss the latest developments in fraud prevention and artificial intelligence. The episode kicks off with exciting news as Karisse shares that she recently won the Women in Payments award, highlighting her significant contributions to the fraud fighting industry. They explore how AI powered p...
Sep 16, 2025•32 min•Ep. 376
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai This episode of Fraudology returns with a comprehensive fraud news roundup, as host Karisse Hendrick examines major cybersecurity incidents and emerging scam tactics. This episode offers an in-depth look at the Salesforce data breach that impacted hundreds of organizations, including credit bureau TransUnion. Carice breaks down how hackers exploited a third-party tool to steal sensitive data and credentials from Salesf...
Sep 09, 2025•56 min•Ep. 375
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology host Karisse Hendrick provides an insider's look at SardineCon, the first annual user conference for fraud prevention company Sardine. With over 200 attendees from fintech, banking, crypto, and ecommerce, the event brought together fraud fighters to tackle the growing "scamdemic." Keynote speaker Erin West, former prosecutor and founder of Operation Shamrock, delivered a sobering presentat...
Aug 26, 2025•33 min•Ep. 374
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology, host Karisse Hendrick sits down with Ron Zayas, CEO and founder of Ironwall by Incogni, to explore the alarming world of data privacy and its connection to fraud and cybercrime. Zayas, an expert in online privacy protection, reveals how seemingly innocuous data collection practices by companies and data brokers have created a massive industry that puts individuals and businesses at risk. ...
Aug 19, 2025•49 min•Ep. 373
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick sits down with Renata Galvão to discuss the alarming rise of synthetic identity fraud targeting children. Galvo shares her personal story of having her identity stolen as a child in Brazil, detailing the devastating financial and emotional impacts that followed her into adulthood. The conversation explores how 1 in 50 minors in the U.S. are now victims of ide...
Aug 12, 2025•41 min•Ep. 372
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology, host Karisse Hendrick and guest Frank McKenna dive into the cutting-edge world of AI-powered fraud prevention with special guest Brad Joffe, CCO of Apate AI. As scams and online fraud reach epidemic proportions, costing victims over a trillion dollars annually, Joffe reveals how his company is fighting back by deploying an army of AI bots to waste scammers' time and gather critical intell...
Aug 05, 2025•56 min•Ep. 371
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology, host Karisse Hendrick sits down with Kebharu Smith, the Associate General Counsel and Director of the Counterfeit Crimes Unit at Amazon, to dive deep into the world of online counterfeiting. Kebharu Smith shares fascinating insights from his journey as a former prosecutor to leading Amazon's aggressive efforts against counterfeiters. Listeners will gain an insider's perspective on how Ama...
Jul 29, 2025•50 min•Ep. 370
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of the Fraudology podcast, host Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the latest developments in online fraud and cybersecurity. She kicks things off with a shocking revelation about a major data breach at McDonald's, where weak password practices exposed 64 million applicant records. This serves as a stark reminder of the importance of basic cybersecurity measures like strong passwords and multi-factor auth...
Jul 22, 2025•43 min•Ep. 369
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai host Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the latest fraud news and cybersecurity threats shaking up the digital landscape. The episode kicks off with a jaw-dropping "What the Fraud" story about a Florida inmate who orchestrated a $1.2 million fraud scheme from behind bars, highlighting the ingenuity and audacity of modern fraudsters. Karisse then unpacks the staggering revelation of 16 billion exposed passwords in what's ...
Jul 15, 2025•49 min•Ep. 368
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the latest developments surrounding Visa's Acquirer Monitoring Program (VAMP). As a seasoned e-commerce fraud fighter, Karisse breaks down the complex calculations and hidden implications of VAMP that every merchant, payment processor, and fraud analyst needs to understand. She reveals shocking new information about how TC40 fraud reports are being used in ...
Jul 08, 2025•34 min•Ep. 367
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of the Fraudology Podcast, Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the world of impersonation scams targeting major retailers and financial institutions. Drawing from an off-the-record conversation with a fraud expert at a large retailer, Karisse reveals insider strategies for combating these increasingly prevalent scams. She explores how fraudsters impersonate well-known brands like Amazon, Microsoft, and Bes...
Jun 24, 2025•29 min•Ep. 366
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of the Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick welcomes back fraud expert Frank McKenna to discuss the alarming rise in application fraud targeting digital banking and lending. They dive into recent research from Visa showing financial institutions are facing mounting losses as cybercriminals exploit digital platforms with sophisticated identity theft tactics. Frank provides expert analysis on why app...
Jun 17, 2025•39 min•Ep. 365
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology Karisse Hendrick dives into the latest fraud news and trends impacting consumers and businesses alike. She kicks things off with a startling statistic - 96% of Americans are targeted by scammers every single week through emails, calls, texts, and social media. Karisse breaks down the different types of scams people face and provides expert tips on how to avoid falling victim. The episode t...
Jun 10, 2025•36 min•Ep. 364
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of the Fraudology Podcast, Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the latest updates to Visa's Acquiring Monitoring Program (VAMP). As a seasoned e-commerce fraud fighter, Karisse breaks down the complex changes to VAMP and what they mean for merchants, acquirers, and the payments industry. She explains how Visa has consolidated its fraud and dispute monitoring programs, adjusted thresholds, and introduced ne...
Jun 03, 2025•39 min•Ep. 363
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this insightful episode of the Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick welcomes back Matt Vega, now Chief of Staff at Sardine, to discuss the latest trends in marketplace fraud and seller risk. Matt shares his unique perspective from both the customer and vendor sides, explaining how Sardine's customizable fraud tech stacks are revolutionizing fraud prevention across industries. The conversation dives deep into th...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 362
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of the Fraudology Podcast, Karisse Hendrick sits down with Allison Miller, a veteran in the fields of fraud prevention and cybersecurity. With over two decades of experience at companies like Visa, PayPal, Google, and Reddit, Allison brings a unique perspective on the convergence of fraud and cybersecurity. The conversation delves into Allison's impressive career trajectory, from her early days at Visa ...
May 13, 2025•59 min•Ep. 361
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology Karisse Hendrick provides important updates on Visa's Acquirer Monitoring Program (VAMP) and explores how recent tariffs are impacting e-commerce fraud. Hendrick explains that VAMP implementation has been delayed until October 1st, with fines not taking effect until January 2024. She clarifies that acquirers will likely pass VAMP fees onto merchants exceeding certain fraud ratios. Notably,...
May 06, 2025•32 min•Ep. 360
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this eye-opening episode of the Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick sits down with fraud prevention expert Steve Lenderman to explore the fascinating world of fraud across different industries. With over 26 years of experience fighting fraud in banking, insurance, payroll, and more, Steve shares invaluable insights on how fraudsters adapt their tactics across verticals. The conversation dives deep into the sur...
Apr 29, 2025•40 min•Ep. 359
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology Karisse Hendrick sits down with Angela Diaz, a seasoned fraud and risk management expert with nearly two decades of experience across both the merchant and banking sectors. Angela shares her unique journey from customer service to fraud prevention, offering invaluable insights into the complex world of financial crime. The conversation delves deep into the challenges faced by banks and mer...
Apr 22, 2025•44 min•Ep. 358
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of the Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick sits down with Patrick Finnigan, a veteran fraud fighter with over 20 years of experience in the restaurant and digital gift card industry. Patrick shares his journey from Medicare fraud investigator to director of fraud and loss prevention at Inspire Brands, offering valuable insights into the world of e-commerce fraud. The conversation delves into the c...
Apr 15, 2025•48 min•Ep. 357
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this special episode of Fraudology, a live recording at Fight Fraud Club, Karisse Hendrick and Hailey Windham dive deep into the world of financial fraud, offering invaluable insights for both industry professionals and everyday consumers. The duo discusses recent fraud trends, including the surprising ineffectiveness of chip cards in reducing debit card fraud, Japan's controversial approach to limiting ATM withdraw...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 356
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology, Karisse Hendrick and guest Austin Harris, fraud manager at Cross River Bank, explore the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven fraud. The conversation begins with a discussion of how easily accessible AI tools are transforming fraudulent activities, particularly in synthetic identity creation and account takeovers. Austin shares his firsthand experience with these tools and emphasizes the c...
Apr 01, 2025•35 min•Ep. 355
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this revealing episode of the Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick pulls back the curtain on major changes coming to Visa's fraud and chargeback programs that will significantly impact e-commerce merchants. She provides exclusive details on updates to Visa's Compelling Evidence 3.0 and VAMP initiatives, including clarification on how new fraud-to-sales ratios will be calculated and news of a 6-month extension t...
Mar 27, 2025•42 min•Ep. 354
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this week's fraud news roundup on the Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick delivers critical updates and insights for the e-commerce and fraud prevention community. The episode begins with important clarifications on Visa's Acquiring Monitoring Program (VAMP), detailing how refunds and post-authorization fraud decisions can impact merchants' scores. Karisse then dissects Stripe's controversial new chargeback fe...
Mar 20, 2025•25 min•Ep. 353
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this eye-opening episode of the Fraudology Podcast, host Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the controversial new Visa Acquirer Monitoring Program (VAMP) set to launch on April 1st. Fresh from attending the Merchant Risk Council's annual conference in Las Vegas, Karisse shares exclusive insights on how this program is causing major concern among merchants and acquirers. She breaks down the complex VAMP ratio calculati...
Mar 18, 2025•36 min•Ep. 352
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai Karisse Hendrick sits down with Marc Evans, a seasoned detective specializing in financial crimes and fraud. As the founder of FraudHero, Marc brings a wealth of knowledge from his 13 years in law enforcement, including six years dedicated to investigating financial crimes. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape of fraud, with a particular focus on emerging scams that are devastating businesses and individ...
Mar 11, 2025•45 min•Ep. 351
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai In this episode of Fraudology Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the latest fraud trends and technologies impacting e-commerce and the gig economy. She kicks things off by exploring a powerful new AI tool called Sanas AI that can mask accents and background noise - a technology fraudsters are already exploiting to make scam calls sound more legitimate. Karisse then unpacks key findings from Incognia's "Frontline Report o...
Mar 06, 2025•33 min•Ep. 350
Fraudology is presented by Sardine . Request a 1:1 product demo at sardine.ai This episode of Fraudology Podcast brings together host Karisse Hendrick and Banking on Fraudology's Hailey Windham for an in-depth analysis of the recently released 2024 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). This data-packed discussion reveals troubling trends in the world of financial fraud, with significant increases in account takeovers, identity theft, and wire fraud. Hailey, drawing from her extensive experience in...
Mar 04, 2025•50 min•Ep. 349
