Decoding the Future: Strategic Foresight for Fraud Examiners - Heather Vescent - Episode 162

Nov 11, 2025
46 mins

Episode Description

In this episode of Fraud Talk, ACFE Communications Director John Duffley sits down with Heather Vescent, a futurist, researcher and CEO of The Purple Tornado, to explore how strategic foresight can empower anti-fraud professionals to anticipate emerging threats and adapt to rapid technological change. The conversation covers the evolving role of AI in fraud detection, the importance of human intuition alongside automation, and the promise and challenges of new technologies such as decentralized identity. Vescent shares practical insights on blending technology and human expertise to build resilient, future-ready anti-fraud programs.

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