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When fraud fighters commit fraud
It might be incomprehensible to think someone entrusted with investigating fraud could be a fraudster. But cases of anti-fraud professionals who’ve committed fraud remind us of the importance of proper oversight during fraud examinations and how “trust but verify” is a maxim for fraud fighters to live by.
Written By: Gloria A. Osei-Anokye, CFE, CPA, CGMA
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- Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets
- Fraud Risk Management
- Fraud Schemes
Thai woman accused of blackmailing monks in three-year scheme totaling $11.9 million and more
In a scandal that’s shaken Thailand’s Buddhist community, police arrested a woman known as “Ms. Golf” in July 2025 for a three-year scheme in which she allegedly blackmailed monks after having sexual relationships with them.
Written By: Crystal Zuzek
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- Bribery and Corruption
- Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes
- Fraud Schemes
Faking Amazon refunds for PII and more
Fraudsters always find new ways to steal PII and money. This time, they’re sending customers to fake websites for fake Amazon refunds and putting a 21st century twist on a classic jury duty scheme. Plus, the FBI cautions that identity thieves are revictimizing people by posing as lawyers offering to recover funds for crypto investment scheme victims.
Written By: Robert E. Holtfreter, Ph.D., CFE
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- Consumer Fraud and Scams
- Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
- Fraud Schemes
- Identity Theft
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
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- 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
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- Consumer Fraud and Scams
- Criminology and Psychology
- Fraud Schemes
Lessons from the PFI Ponzi scheme
When California businessman Kenneth Casey died in 2020, he left behind a Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 1,200 investors. Those investors sued Casey’s lender, Umpqua Bank, accusing it of being a partner in the scheme. In March, Umpqua agreed to pay $55 million to those investors. Here, the author details the scheme, the litigation that followed and how banks may strengthen their due diligence procedures to avoid accusations of fraud.
Written By: Francis Bueb, CFE, CPA, CISA
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- Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
- Fraud Risk Management
- Fraud Schemes
Tackling tariff fraud
Learn more about common tariff fraud schemes, what importers lie about, and how customs agencies discover and deter crimes. CFEs with expertise in customs fraud provide notable case studies.
Written By: Dick Carozza, CFE
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- Anti-Fraud Laws Regulations and Compliance
- Fraud Schemes
- Tax Fraud
U.S. seeks to ban Huione Group for money laundering and more
U.S. seeks to ban Huione Group for money laundering. Credit Suisse confesses to tax fraud. UHG investigated for alleged Medicare fraud. Texas doctor who falsely diagnosed patients gets prison sentence.
Written By: Crystal Zuzek
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- Financial Institution Fraud
- Fraud Schemes
- Health Care Fraud
Watch out for scams involving discount utility services, million-dollar prizes and unemployment benefits
The latest identity theft schemes involve convincing victims to pay with gift cards to receive steep discounts on utility services, paying to claim a million-dollar prize and using stolen identities to file unemployment claims.
Written By: Robert E. Holtfreter, Ph.D., CFE
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- Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
- Fraud Schemes
- Identity Theft
Counterfeit guitars flood global markets
The rising demand for musical instruments like guitars means more opportunities for fraudsters to take advantage of lax trademark laws and sell modified fake instruments to unsuspecting victims. The author, a guitar enthusiast himself, breaks down the elements of this fraud scheme and provides ways for music lovers and fraud examiners alike to avoid common scams and fight counterfeit fraud.
Written By: Donn LeVie, Jr., CFE
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- Consumer Fraud and Scams
- Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
- Fraud Schemes
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