In this episode, we explore how real-time visibility is more than just a logistics convenience—it’s a powerful weapon against freight fraud. With the release of FraudGuard 2.0, Descartes MacroPoint is transforming how the industry identifies and neutralizes suspicious activity before it becomes a loss.

By leveraging network intelligence, behavioral analysis, and shipment tracking data, Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard 2.0 delivers proactive alerts that flag high-risk anomalies—giving brokers, shippers, and carriers a critical edge. Key fraud detection features now include:

• Out of Route Pings
• Stop Truck Alerts
• Emulator or Spoofed Device Pings
• Non-Descartes MacroPoint User Agent Detection
• VOIP Carrier Use by Driver
• Distance Jump or Teleportation-Like Pings
• Multiple Driver Location Overrides in a Row
• Same IP Address or Uniform MPH Across Pings
• First-Time Driver or Carrier in Descartes MacroPoint’s Network
• Historical Spoofing Reports
• Overbooked Driver or Carrier Flags

We’ll break down how these indicators work together to uncover fraud before it causes disruption, and why visibility isn’t just about knowing where a truck is—it’s about knowing who is behind the wheel and what you can trust.

In this episode of Tell Me Everything, host Danielle Spinelli welcomes her first guest, Dhruv Gupta, the CEO and co-founder of Drumkit. Dhruv shares how his childhood fascination with trucks and trains led him to study computer science and transportation planning at Harvard, and eventually launch Drumkit—an AI-powered platform designed to streamline freight brokerage tasks like track-and-trace, scheduling, and fraud detection. Danielle and Dhruv dive into the realities of working in logistics, emphasizing that success comes from hustle and heart. They discuss the hype around AI, its real-world impact, and why human connection still matters in an industry built on trust. From Dhruv’s first job as a kid magician to his current role as one of the most genuinely helpful people in logistics (earning the title “nicest man in logistics”), the episode is full of insight, humor, and candid reflections on building tech that actually solves problems.

In this special Fourth of July episode, Danielle checks in from Minnesota to talk about why the holiday weekend is prime time for cargo theft. Backed by recent data from CargoNet, she breaks down the top risks, hot zones (California, Texas, Illinois), and why food, beverage, and electronics are major targets during July 1–7.

She shares real-world tips for freight brokers, shippers, and carriers to stay ahead of scammers:

• Track your drivers, trucks, and freight (even pallets!)
• Avoid unsecured parking—especially at truck stops
• Verify paperwork and breakdowns—don’t just trust, verify
• Use phone lookup tools to spot VoIP numbers
• Stay alert to red flags: too much info, too little, or odd behavior

It’s not just fireworks lighting up the holiday—scammers are too. Tune in to stay safe, stay smart, and keep your loads secure.