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Easy Prey

Easy Prey

著者： Chris Parker
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 Chris Parker, the founder of WhatIsMyIPAddress.com, interviews guests and tells real-life stories about topics to open your eyes to the danger and traps lurking in the real world, ranging from online scams and frauds to everyday situations where people are trying to take advantage of you—for their gain and your loss. Our goal is to educate and equip you, so you learn how to spot the warning signs of trouble, take quick action, and lower the risk of becoming a victim. ノンフィクション犯罪 政治・政府
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  • Post Scam Guidebook

    Post Scam Guidebook
    2025/11/05
    Fraud usually gets talked about in numbers like how much money was stolen, how many people were affected, how many cases got filed. But behind every one of those numbers is a person who's been blindsided, manipulated, or left trying to rebuild trust in others and in themselves. This episode shifts the focus back to those human stories and the fight to protect them. My guest, Freddie Massimi, has spent more than a decade helping scam victims find both financial and emotional recovery, bringing empathy and understanding to a field that too often feels cold and procedural. As a certified financial crimes investigator and program manager at The Knoble, Freddie has made it his mission to bridge the gap between institutions and individuals. He shares the heartbreaking and hopeful moments that define his work including one phone call that saved a life. Along with how that experience changed the way he thinks about what true fraud prevention really means. Freddie also opens up about The Knoble's Post-Scam Victimization Guide, a collaborative, trauma-informed resource designed to help victims regain control of their lives and prevent re-victimization. From crypto scams to romance cons, he explains how these schemes keep evolving, why empathy is still one of the best tools we have, and how every fraud fighter can make a difference simply by listening and responding with humanity. Show Notes: [00:40] Freddie shares his background as a certified financial crimes investigator and program manager at The Knoble.[01:40] A look back at Freddie's early path into criminal justice and how empathy shaped his fraud-fighting approach.[03:07] The story of a Tennessee widow who lost $300,000 in a pig-butchering crypto scam.[04:30] Freddie's emotional account of saving a victim's life and how it reframed his mission to protect others.[07:42] The rise of collaborative fraud-fighter networks and Freddie's work leading The Knoble's post-scam initiatives.[08:11] How The Knoble unites financial institutions, law enforcement, and NGOs to address "human crime."[08:58] Development of the Post-Scam Victimization Guide, a trauma-informed resource for banks and fraud teams.[10:39] How financial crime has evolved from simple check scams to complex digital exploitation and trafficking.[13:01] The need for faster, more transparent information sharing between banks and law enforcement.[14:04] What makes the Post-Scam Guide different including actionable steps, empathy-driven language, and real-world tools.[15:00] Sextortion cases, Gavin's Law, and how shame and silence compound the harm.[18:30] Practical tools in the guide, including hotline numbers, QR codes, and scripts for supporting victims.[20:20] How to talk to romance scam victims with compassion including using questions that spark reality checks, not judgment.[22:00] Why shame keeps scams underreported and how trauma-informed communication changes outcomes.[23:19] The role of technology in scams: remote access, malware, and how scammers exploit smartphones and computers.[24:36] Shoutout to Kitboga for his cybersecurity tools and awareness campaigns against scam call centers.[25:22] Why elderly victims remain the most vulnerable and how education can empower prevention.[27:24] The double victimization cycle like when scammers return pretending to recover lost money.[30:00] Freddie's real-world example of helping a victim secure their accounts and recover identity.[32:50] How banks can adjust fraud detection systems to catch hidden patterns of exploitation.[34:30] Spotting red flags in gift card purchases and why speaking up can literally save lives.[36:31] Freddie's advice for anyone who suspects they're being scammed: stop all contact and secure your accounts.[37:06] The importance of documenting everything and reporting through IC3.gov and law enforcement.[38:30] Emotional recovery and community support are just as vital as financial recovery.[41:00] The biggest mistake victims make after being scammed is staying silent out of shame or fear.[41:40] Freddie's story about protecting his own grandmother from IRS and WhatsApp scams.[43:00] Common text-message scams and why you should never reply, even with "wrong number."[44:48] How to access The Knoble's free, vetted Post-Scam Victimization Guide.[45:30] Where to connect with Freddie and The Knoble's wider fraud-fighter network. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review. Links and Resources: Podcast Web PageFacebook Pagewhatismyipaddress.comEasy Prey on InstagramEasy Prey on TwitterEasy Prey on LinkedInEasy Prey on YouTubeEasy Prey on PinterestThe KnobleFreddy Massimi - LinkedIn
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    46 分
  • Can You Trust Anything Online

    Can You Trust Anything Online
    2025/10/29

    You think you'd never fall for a scam until you meet someone like Kitboga. He's a software engineer who's turned his curiosity about online fraud into a full-time mission to outsmart scammers and protect the people they target. His YouTube channel, The Kitboga Show, has millions of followers and nearly a billion views, thanks to his mix of humor, empathy, and clever ways of exposing how scams really work.

    In our conversation, Kit opens up about how this all started, what it's really like to spend hours pretending to be a scam victim, and how organized crime has turned fraud into a massive global business. He shares what's changed over the years and why those old "red flags" don't always work anymore and how new tools like deepfakes and AI have made deception harder to spot than ever.

    Kit also talks about his newest project, Serif Secure, a free tool he created to help people clean and protect their computers after a scam attempt. He's honest, thoughtful, and a little funny even when the subject is dark. By the end, you'll see just how much one person can do to fight back.

    Show Notes:
    • [01:15] Kit explains how he got into "scam baiting" and why protecting victims became personal.
    • [03:05] He shares how streaming scam calls to friends unexpectedly turned into a viral mission.
    • [06:07] Kit recounts nearly falling for a Discord impersonation scam himself.
    • [09:17] We discuss how deepfakes and AI are changing what a "red flag" looks like online.
    • [11:31] Scammers now use real services like PayPal and DocuSign to appear legitimate.
    • [13:11] Kit explains how long-term investment and "pig-butchering" scams draw people in slowly.
    • [15:51] Fraudsters are now going after 401(k)s and retirement funds instead of small cash grabs.
    • [17:00] We examine how fake phone numbers and online ads make verification harder than ever.
    • [19:56] Kit talks about the emotional toll of scam-baiting and why he sometimes needs a break.
    • [21:51] We reflect on why decades-old scams, like Nigerian letters, still thrive today.
    • [23:57] The scale of organized fraud is compared to global industries worth trillions.
    • [25:41] Kit admits scams will never truly disappear—only evolve with new technology.
    • [26:44] We learn how his team uses automation to detect and map out scam networks.
    • [30:24] Kit describes juggling live streaming with scam calls and the role humor plays in coping.
    • [33:37] He explains why scammers' aggression still works and what it reveals about victims.
    • [37:00] Kit shares moving stories of victims, including a widower deceived in a romance scam.
    • [40:00] We explore how scams erode self-trust and make victims doubt their own judgment.
    • [42:13] Kit talks about working with law enforcement and the need for stronger collaboration.
    • [44:10] We hear about Serif Secure, his anti-scam software designed to protect users' devices.
    • [47:04] The software now proactively blocks remote access tools and phishing websites.
    • [48:14] Kit warns about "scam recovery" frauds and the cruel trick that targets victims twice.
    • [49:30] We wrap with practical advice on skepticism, security, and staying a step ahead of scammers.

    Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review.

    Links and Resources:
    • Podcast Web Page
    • Facebook Page
    • whatismyipaddress.com
    • Easy Prey on Instagram
    • Easy Prey on Twitter
    • Easy Prey on LinkedIn
    • Easy Prey on YouTube
    • Easy Prey on Pinterest
    • Kitboga - YouTube
    • Seraph Secure
    • Kitboga
    • Kitboga - Instagram
    • The Scamcast with Kitboga
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    54 分
  • Real Time Fraud Detection

    Real Time Fraud Detection
    2025/10/22
    Everywhere you turn, someone's trying to fake something like an image, a voice, or even an entire identity. With AI tools now in almost anyone's hands, it takes minutes, not days, to create a convincing fake. That's changed the game for both sides. The fraudsters have new weapons, and the rest of us are scrambling to keep up. The real question now isn't just how to stop scams, but how to know who or what to trust online. My guest today, Bala Kumar, spends his days on the front lines of that battle. He's the Chief Product and Technology Officer at Jumio, a company working to make digital identity verification faster, smarter, and safer. Bala has more than twenty years in the industry, including leadership roles at TransUnion, and he's seen firsthand how the race between innovation and exploitation never really ends. It just keeps speeding up. In our conversation, Bala shares how generative AI has supercharged the fraud world, what makes identity such a fragile link in digital trust, and why biometrics may finally offer a way forward. We also dig into the psychology behind online risk, how convenience often wins over caution, and what small habits can help people protect themselves in an age where deception looks more real than ever. Show Notes: [01:04] Bala Kumar has a background in product management and fraud prevention from TransUnion to Jumio.[01:59] He describes how fraudsters constantly evolve, forcing companies to anticipate attacks instead of just reacting.[03:56] The quality of manipulated images has skyrocketed, making real vs. fake nearly indistinguishable.[05:17] Jumio's systems catch most fake IDs, but Bala admits even advanced systems must keep auditing for missed fraud.[07:16] Regular audits and rapid response cycles help Jumio identify attack spikes within 24–48 hours.[09:40] Generative AI has dramatically increased the speed and volume of fraud attempts across industries.[11:33] Jumio uses cross-transaction risk analysis to detect emerging fraud patterns and shut down attacks quickly.[13:00] Fraudsters move from one platform to another, always searching for weaker defenses and faster wins.[15:10] Bala explains how fraud prevention has expanded beyond banking into gaming, dating, and gig platforms.[16:38] Consumers crave low friction, which ironically makes them more vulnerable to scams.[17:20] Instant gratification culture pressures companies to reduce security steps, fueling greater risk.[19:52] New AI-driven fraud tactics include injected camera feeds and highly realistic deep fakes.[20:12] Old tricks like "send me a selfie with proof" no longer work—deepfakes can now mimic anything.[22:22] Bala sees biometrics as the next major safeguard for digital identity and real-time verification.[23:12] Facial recognition has become mainstream, paving the way for secure and low-friction identity checks.[26:19] Jumio is already deploying biometric check-ins for events and hotel registrations with great success.[27:30] Account recovery and payout systems now use liveness and device checks to confirm identity safely.[30:09] Bala critiques outdated knowledge-based questions like "What's your favorite food?" as unreliable security.[31:12] Consumers lack visibility into which apps use strong verification or multi-factor authentication.[33:56] He calls for an independent rating system to rank apps based on security and identity protection.[37:53] Bala urges users to question why companies ask for personal data like SSNs or ZIP codes.[39:29] Even a ZIP code and last name can expose personal records, highlighting the need for awareness. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review. Links and Resources: Podcast Web PageFacebook Pagewhatismyipaddress.comEasy Prey on InstagramEasy Prey on TwitterEasy Prey on LinkedInEasy Prey on YouTubeEasy Prey on PinterestJumioBala Kumar - LinkedIn
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    41 分
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