EPISODE 48: It’s So Hard To Commit A Crime These Days! Surveillance, Dishonesty, Fraud And Other Pink-Collar Flags
Welcome to Compromising Positions!
The award-winning tech podcast that asks non-cybersecurity professionals what we in the industry can do to make their lives easier and help make our organisations more prepared to face ever-changing human-centric cyber threats!
In this Episode we are joined by Kelly Paxton. Kelly Paxton has more than 20 years of investigative experience. Kelly is a Certified Fraud Examiner, author, and podcast host-founder of Fraudish.
This week’s episode asks why it is so hard to commit a crime these days! But when people do, what is their motivation behind it! We also look at the nature of surveillance, how it can be used to catch criminals but also the implications of being willing to bring in surveillance devices into your home and life - yes I’m looking at you iPhone! How fraud in the workplace happens, what are the signs to spot for and how to prevent it happening and how sometimes it’s not so pretty in pink, as we explore Kelly’s specialism, Pink Collar Crime!
Key Takeaways:
I Always Feel Like Somebody’s Watching Me: From personal devices to public spaces, surveillance is a constant presence in our lives. While it can deter crime, it also presents opportunities for criminals to exploit our vulnerabilities.
The Impact of Dishonesty: Delving into the profound repercussions of workplace dishonesty on trust and employee behaviours.
Pink-Collar Crime: Often committed by low to medium-level employees, primarily women, pink-collar crime is more prevalent than you might think. These crimes are usually subtle, with fraudsters blending seamlessly into their environments.
The Impact of Tone at the Top: A company's culture and leadership play a crucial role in influencing employee behavior. Ethical leadership and a positive work environment can discourage dishonest actions.
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Keywords: cybersecurity, fraud, dishonesty, pink collar crime, surveillance, privacy
Show Notes
The BeeKeeper Film
LinkedIn page for Avi Klein
Artist uses CCTV cameras to selfies back to their Instagram page - VICE
LinkedIn page for Mish Aal
Number Go Up: Inside Crypto’s Wild Rise and Staggering Fall by Zeke Faux
Nobody’s Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What We Can do About It by Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris
About Kelly Paxton
Kelly Paxton is a Certified Fraud Examiner, Private Investigator, and Professional Speaker. She also is the founder of the Fraudish (formerly Great Women in Fraud) podcast. She published Embezzlement: How to Prevent, Detect and Investigate Pink-Collar Crime in December, 2020.
