In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the intricate world of Business Email Compromise (BEC), a sophisticated cybercrime that preys on individuals and organizations. Join us as we uncover the tactics employed by scammers, from romance scam victims turned accomplices to the dark realm of gift card fraud and cryptocurrency conversion. We explore the psychological manipulation that drives scammers and the emotional strain inflicted on victims. Discover how collaborative initiatives, such as the BEC Working Group, are working to combat these scams, and learn practical steps to empower organizations against this pervasive threat. Join the conversation and become informed about BEC scams to create a safer digital landscape for all.Find Ronnie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronnietokazowski/This podcast is hosted by Ayelet Biger-Levin  who spent the last 15 years building technology to help financial institutions authenticate their customers and identify fraud. She believes that when it comes to scams, the story starts well before the transaction. She has created this podcast to talk about the human side of scams, and to learn from people who have decided to dedicate their lives to speaking up on behalf of scam victims and who take action to solve this problem. Be sure to follow her on LinkedIn and reach out to learn about her additional activities in this space.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-biger-levin/  Also check out https://scamranger.ai if you had received a message that you suspect is a scam