Episode 7 - Stephen Dougherty

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Detonation Point

Matt O'Neill

13 episodes

6 hours ago

Hosted by Matt O'Neill, retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent Detonation Point is where powerful conversations spark. Each episode brings you into the room with fascinating guests as they share their stories, dive into cutting-edge technology, and tackle the challenges of fighting crime in the 21st century. Along the way, expect insider insights from a career spent protecting leaders and confronting threats, plus a few detours into Philadelphia Eagles football. Go Birds. 🦅

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Episode 7 - Stephen Dougherty

Detonation Point

1 hour 3 minutes 18 seconds

1 month ago

Episode 7 - Stephen Dougherty

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Timeline

00:00 Introduction to Financial Crime Investigation

02:58 The Evolution of Business Email Compromise (BEC)

05:41 Proactive Measures in Asset Recovery

08:13 Government Shutdown and Its Impact on Law Enforcement

11:07 The Role of AI in Cybercrime

13:58 Transnational Organized Crime and BEC Networks

16:16 Case Studies: Notorious BEC Actors

18:59 Future Trends in Business Email Compromise

32:39 The Rise of Deepfakes and AI in Fraud

34:49 Unencumbered Property and Seller Impersonation Fraud

37:11 Preventing Business Email Compromise (BEC)

40:13 The Need for a National Anti-Scam Center

42:17 The Role of Social Media in Fraud

46:29 Heart-Wrenching Victim Stories

51:39 The Future of Fraud Awareness and Education

55:47 Eagles vs. Commanders: A Sports Analogy for Fraud Prevention