Shutting Down America’s Largest Illicit Online Gift Card Marketplace
- Jan 18, 2024 1:00 p.m.
- Central Time (CT)
Webinar
Course Level
Intermediate
Intermediate
Delivered via
Online
Online
Duration
100 minutes
100 minutes
Shutting Down America’s Largest Illicit Online Gift Card Marketplace
Description
Organized retail crime is on the rise, affecting both the retail and financial industries. In a landmark case titled Operation Bad Bot, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) unraveled a complex online gift card fraud, culminating in the shutdown of a marketplace with more than $22 million in retail value.
In this webinar, you will take a deep dive into Operation Bad Bot, learn how HSI solved this case and develop an understanding of what industries should do to avoid becoming a victim of these fraud schemes and other financial crimes. You will also learn about the priorities of HSI and explore ways to combat emerging threats facing retail and financial institutions.
Prerequisites
A fundamental knowledge of fraud examinations and the investigative process.
You Will Learn How To:
Recognize organized retail fraud crimes.
Investigate gift card fraud crimes internally.
Contact the appropriate investigative teams if these crimes are suspected.
Recognize the industries that are being attacked by these individuals.
Help law enforcement prosecute these crimes.
CPE Information
| CPE Credit: | 2 |
|---|---|
| Advanced Preparation: | None |
| Delivery Method: | Group Internet Based |
Credit by Field of Study
| Information Technology: | 2 |
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Registration & Fees
Registration Fee:
Members: $110
Non-Members: $150
Presenters
Dariush Vollenweider - Speaker
Special Agent
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Adam Parks - Speaker
Assistant Special Agent in Charge
U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office of the Special Agent in Charge, New Orleans
Alan Stevens - Speaker
Assistant United States Attorney
U.S. Department of Justice
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