Banking on Fraudology is part of the Fraudology Podcast Network.

In this eye-opening episode of Banking on Fraudology, host Hailey Windham dives deep into five recent fraud cases that every financial institution needs to know about. From a $70,000 account drain to a multi-branch fraud attempt, each story serves as a masterclass in what to do - and what not to do - when it comes to protecting customers and institutions from increasingly sophisticated scams.

Windham breaks down a troubling case where a 74-year-old man had to go public just to get reimbursed after malware-enabled hackers drained his account. She explains why relying too heavily on device matching for authentication can backfire, and offers practical advice for layering security measures. The episode also covers FinCEN's recent industry-wide meeting on digital asset fraud, highlighting the critical need for collaboration between banks, regulators, and law enforcement to stay ahead of global fraud networks.

Listeners will gain invaluable insights into improving fraud prevention processes, from handling fake ID attempts and implementing "pause point" forms for risky transactions, to enhancing cross-branch communication. Windham's engaging storytelling and actionable takeaways make this a must-listen for anyone in banking, fintech, or fraud prevention. Whether you're a seasoned fraud fighter or new to the field, you'll come away with strategies you can implement immediately to strengthen your institution's defenses. Don't miss this chance to stay ahead of the latest fraud trends - tune in now and join the fight against financial crime.

About Hailey Windham:

As a 2023 CU Rockstar Recipient, Hailey Windham, CFCS (Certified Financial Crimes Specialist) demonstrated unbounding passion for educating her community, organization and credit union membership on scams in the market and best practices to avoid them. She has implemented several programs within her previous organizations that aim at holistically learning about how to prevent and detect fraud targeted at membership and employees.

Windham’s initiatives to build strong relationships and partnerships throughout the credit union community and industry experts have led to countless success stories. Her applied knowledge of payments system programs combined with her experience in fraud investigations offers practical concepts that are transferable, no matter the organization’s size.

Connect with Hailey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hailey-windham/

• https://dailyhodl.com/2025/08/10/bank-of-america-refuses-to-reimburse-customer-after-hackers-hit-account-drain-70000-report/
• https://www.fincen.gov/news/news-releases/readout-fincen-convenes-public-private-partnership-promote-innovation-and
• https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/police-investigate-fraud-colorado-banks-88k-debt-boulder-account/
• https://newsregister.com/article?articleTitle=jeb-bladine-banks-add-fraud-warnings-to-cash-withdrawals--1754661407--52687--commentary
• https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2025/08/06/lynchburg-police-investigating-bank-fraud-incidents/