FraudCAST

In this episode, Sam Piccolotti, VP of Business Development at ToolCase, engages in a compelling discussion with Brett Johnson, a reformed cybercriminal who is now a keynote speaker and expert on cybercrime. The conversation primarily focuses on the alarming rise in digital fraud and how financial institutions can combat these threats.

Key Topics Covered:

Explosion of Fraud:

• The episode opens with an overview of how the shift to digital banking, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has created new opportunities for cybercriminals. Sam and Brett discuss the increase in fraud cases and how criminals are increasingly organized, utilizing platforms like Telegram to collaborate on fraud schemes.

RembrandtAi® and Real-Time Analytics:

• A significant portion of the discussion centers around ToolCase's RembrandtAi®, an advanced tool that provides real-time fraud detection. Brett highlights the importance of real-time analytics in preventing fraud, emphasizing how tools like RembrandtAi® can analyze vast amounts of data quickly to identify and neutralize threats before they cause harm.

The Role of AI in Cybercrime:

• The conversation also delves into the dual role of AI in the world of cybercrime. While AI is a powerful tool for fraud detection, Brett discusses how cybercriminals are beginning to explore AI for their purposes, although their capabilities are currently limited.

Ethics and Societal Impact:

• Brett reflects on the ethical implications of the growing acceptance of fraud within society. He argues that societal values may be inadvertently normalizing fraudulent behavior and stresses the need for a cultural shift towards prioritizing collective well-being over individual gain.

Future of Fraud Prevention:

• The episode concludes with a look at the future of fraud prevention, stressing the importance of innovation and collaboration in creating a secure digital environment. Brett and Sam agree that the future of combating cybercrime lies in embracing advanced technologies and understanding the evolving tactics of cybercriminals.

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In this episode Sam Piccolotti from ToolCASE sits down with Brett Johnson. Brett Johnson was formerly on the United States Most Wanted list and was referred to by the United States Secret Service as "The Original Internet Godfather". Brett has been a central figure in the cybercrime world for over 20 years. He was instrumental in developing many areas of online fraud while helping design, implement, and refine modern Identity Theft, Account Take Over Fraud, Card Not Present Fraud, IRS Tax Fraud, and countless other social engineering attacks, breaches, and hacking operations. Upon his capture, the United States Secret Service hired Johnson to work as a consultant and informant. Johnson worked with the Secret Service for several months before going on a cross country crime spree, being placed on the US Most Wanted List, being captured again, sent to prison, escaping prison, being captured yet again, and finally accepting responsibility for his actions. Today, Johnson works as a security consultant and public speaker. He is one of the world's foremost authorities on cybercrime and identity theft. During 2017, He has been featured in the book, "Kingpin" by Kevin Poulsen and on numerous media outlets, including the New York Times, NBC, CNN Money, Wired Magazine, Vice, RT TV, ArsTechnica, The Independent, and more.