The Fraud Examiner

In this gripping episode of The Fraud Examiner, we uncover one of the most sophisticated frauds in corporate history — the $25 million AI deepfake scam that shook a global engineering firm in Hong Kong.

Criminals used artificial intelligence to create a realistic video call impersonating the company’s CFO and tricked a finance employee into executing multiple high-value fund transfers.

Tune in to learn:

• How AI voice and video...

In this gripping episode of TheFraudExaminer, host Vijay Giri unpacks the world’s largest crypto theft — a $1.5 billion Ethereum heist by the North Korean Lazarus Group targeting the Bybit exchange.

Learn how this state-sponsored cybercrime was executed through social engineering, AWS exploits, and smart contract manipulation. Understand the money laundering tactics involving Tornado Cash, cross-chain bridges, and non-KYC platforms...

In this explosive episode of The Fraud Examiner, host Vijay Giri unpacks the ongoing multi-agency crackdown on Indian business magnate Anil Ambani.

🚨 What’s inside?

• ₹3,000 crore Yes Bank loan fraud case

• Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids at 35 locations

• SEBI’s 5-year ban on Anil Ambani and ₹25 crore penalty

• Hidden Swiss bank accounts worth ₹814 crore under the Black Money Act

• SBI’s declaration of fraud and personal i...

In a groundbreaking judgment, the Supreme Court of India recently reaffirmed the fundamental legal principle that any judgment obtained through fraud is a nullity, coining the doctrine: "fraud unravels everything." Emphasizing judicial integrity, the Court held that such fraudulent orders or judgments—whether from lower courts or even from the Supreme Court itself—can be challenged at any stage, including collateral proceeding...

The episode explores Cressey's Fraud Triangle, a fundamental model explaining the motivations behind fraudulent acts through three interconnected elements: pressure, opportunity, and rationalisation. It highlights how these elements have evolved in the digital age, with modern pressures including gig economy precarity and unrealistic corporate targets, and opportunities amplified by AI, remote work, and systemic weaknesses. The tex...

"The Billion-Dollar Bling: Unravelling the Nirav Modi PNB Scam," a podcast episode of The Fraud Examiner. The episode details the nearly $2 billion fraud perpetrated against Punjab National Bank (PNB) by celebrity jeweller Nirav Modi and his uncle Mehul Choksi, highlighting the mechanisms of the fraud, the key players, the timeline of events, the fallout, and the ongoing legal and recovery efforts. The discussion underscores critic...

In this crucial episode, we delve into the alarming rise of deepfake scams and their potential to revolutionize fraudulent activities. We break down the technology behind these hyper-realistic manipulated media, exploring how they are created and why they are becoming a preferred tool for fraudsters.

Join us as we dissect various deepfake scam typologies, revealing the diverse ways criminals are leveraging this technology to deceiv...

This episode summarises the potential cybersecurity risks associated with receiving new and pre-owned electronic devices as gifts. The conversation between Sopiya and Vijay highlights various vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cybercriminals, turning well-intentioned presents into potential gateways for data theft, malware infection, and privacy breaches. The discussion also outlines practical steps individuals can take to mi...

A report details a significant fraud in Lucknow. Criminals allegedly scammed millions of rupees from individuals seeking housing under the Duda housing scheme. The perpetrators are accused of forging signatures of the District Magistrate and project officer to issue fake allotment letters. Victims, including a domestic worker, were convinced to pay substantial amounts of money over time with the promise of homes. After months passe...

The discussion highlights how traditional threats like malware, phishing, and unpatched software remain significant, but are being amplified and made more sophisticated by the rise of Artificial Intelligence. The episode also details practical steps that Android users can take to mitigate these risks. The overarching message is that while AI introduces new levels of complexity to cybercrime, fundamental security practices are more ...