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Protecting kids online and safeguarding tax data

Many countries are considering banning kids’ social media accounts. Australia has already taken the leap. But for all other wary parents, here’s help to protect their children from ubiquitous scams on their devices. And with U.S. tax season approaching, here are ways to safeguard tax professional firms and their clients from identity theft.

Written By: Robert E. Holtfreter, Ph.D., CFE

    • Consumer Fraud and Scams
    • Cyberfraud
    • Identity Theft

Massive elder fraud network uncovered and more

Four men extradited in $5 million grandparent scam, pageant owners entangled in fraud and trafficking scandals, flood control corruption scandal sparks arrests and protests, and two executives convicted in $233 million ACA fraud scheme.

Written By: Crystal Zuzek

    • Bribery and Corruption
    • Contract and Procurement Fraud
    • Money Laundering

Consumer studies can estimate missing cash

Consumer cash-use studies like the U.S. Federal Reserve’s Consumer Payment Choice study can be an effective means of estimating missing funds in cash skimming cases. The authors explain how they’ve used these studies in fraud cases and how fraud examiners may deploy these studies.

Written By: Amy Cooper, Ph.D., CFE, CPA, Robert Logan, Ph.D., Ken Abramowicz, Ph.D.

    • Accounting and Auditing
    • Data Analytics
    • Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes

Fraud examiners can untangle the notes of music publishing royalties

Fraud examiners may be unfamiliar with the inner workings of the music publishing industry, but their investigative skills are in demand. The author identifies areas where fraud examiners may encounter risks, red flags, and opportunities to add value through audits, investigations and fraud prevention. 

Written By: Bilarys Ramírez-Pizarro, CFE

    • Contract and Procurement Fraud
    • Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
    • Fraud Schemes

‘Scam Goddess’ uses her powerful platform to tell fraud victims’ stories

Laci Mosley, aka “Scam Goddess,” has transformed her fascination with fraud into a successful franchise that includes the binge-worthy documentary series “Scam Goddess,” a successful podcast and a book titled “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts, and Schemes.” Mosley sat down for an interview during the general session of the 36th Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference and spoke to Fraud Magazine

Written By: Crystal Zuzek

    • Consumer Fraud and Scams
    • Criminology and Psychology
    • Fraud Schemes

Blaze the trail with the latest anti-fraud techniques and tools at the 36th Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference

Thousands of fraud fighters will gather in-person in Nashville, Tennessee, and virtually at this year’s ACFE Global Fraud Conference in June to learn from leaders in the anti-fraud field and hear from world-class keynote speakers.  

Written By: Crystal Zuzek

    • Career and Professional Development
    • Fraud Investigation and Examination

5 most scandalous fraud cases of 2024

Fraudsters work year-round to perpetrate their schemes. Fraud Magazine also works year-round tracking the news for those schemes we believe will live in infamy and serve as cases for anti-fraud professionals to study for years to come. Here are the most scandalous frauds of 2024.

Written By: Jennifer Liebman, CFE, Crystal Zuzek, Anna Brahce

    • Cyberfraud
    • Financial Institution Fraud
    • Fraud Schemes

Playing fair

Football — the international sport, with strikers and goalkeepers — is beloved around the world, but in an intense game where professional teams compete for wins and financial survival, fraud is commonplace. Here’s a primer on the many schemes on and off the field and meaningful steps that football clubs and leagues could take to fight fraud in the sport.

Written By: Rasha Kassem, Ph.D., CFE

    • Bribery and Corruption
    • Corporate Governance
    • Fraud Risk Management

Mind blowing

Understanding ChatGPT and similar generative AI tools is critical for fraud examiners seeking to leverage this emerging technology. Here we explore the risks and the extraordinary potential of this new phenomenon.

Written By: Vincent M. Walden, CFE, CPA

    • Cyberfraud
    • Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
    • Fraud Risk Management
    • Fraud Schemes

Netflix and fraud and more

Netflix investors sue the streaming service for securities fraud; Spanish police crack a luxury car scam; Lincoln College shuts down in part because of a ransomware attack.

Written By: Jennifer Liebman, CFE

    • Cyberfraud
    • Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes
    • Technology

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