Welcome to another insightful episode of the Payments Podium! In today's podcast, we dive deep into the world of financial crimes with our special guest, Rene Perez, Financial Crimes Consultant and Director of Financial Crimes Solutions Sales at Jack Henry. Rene shares his incredible journey from the hotel industry to becoming a leading expert in financial crimes and cybersecurity.

In this episode, Rene discusses the latest trends and threats in financial crimes, including digital impersonation and the use of AI in fraud. He also sheds light on the importance of understanding scams at their root cause and the role of education in combating fraud. Additionally, Rene highlights the significance of the Fed's fraud classifier model and how it helps standardize fraud reporting across the financial industry.

Please tune in to hear Rene's advice for those looking to advance their careers in financial crimes and cybersecurity. Learn the critical importance of reading, staying informed, and understanding how money moves to better identify and mitigate fraud risks.