In this episode, Kelly sits down with Blair Cohen, founder of AuthenticID, for a fascinating look into how fraud has evolved and how technology is fighting back.

💡 From his early days in employment screening to launching a cutting-edge identity verification company, Blair shares his unique journey and deep industry insights.

🔍 What You'll Learn:

• How fraud has shifted from solo grifters to organized global networks
• The rising threat of synthetic identities, deepfakes, and AI-driven scams
• Why ethical considerations are crucial when developing fraud detection tech
• Blair’s work with the Identity Theft Resource Center and support for severe identity theft victims

💬 Whether you're a fraud professional, auditor, or just fascinated by the intersection of tech and cybersecurity, this episode is packed with insight you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Tune in and learn how to stay one step ahead in the ever-changing world of fraud.

Links:

Connect with Blair: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blair-cohen/

AuthenticID: https://www.authenticid.com/about/

Blair Interview: https://pulse2.com/authenticid-profile-blair-cohen-interview/

Who is Government: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/219551344-who-is-government