$20 to Millions: Fraud’s True Cost
“ If cybercrime were a country today, it would have the third largest economy on the planet.”
Fraud is no longer just a crime - it has become a global business with software at its heart. With Fraud-as-a-Service (FaaS), anyone can access cybercrime tools online, no technical skills required, and at a fraction of the price.
In this episode, we’re joined by Brett Johnson, one of the early pioneers in digital fraud. He’s a poacher turned gamekeeper who set up one of the world’s biggest hacking communities—Shadowcrew. After spending time in prison, he now works with businesses across the globe and uses his experience and insight into this world to help keep them safe. We’ll hear about how FaaS transforms cybercrime, what keeps him up at night, and how we can protect ourselves against it.
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Keynote Speaker and Consultant on Cybersecurity
Brett Johnson, dubbed the “Original Internet Godfather,” is a former USA Most Wanted cybercriminal who helped create the modern cybercrime landscape through Shadowcrew, the first organized cybercrime community. After serving time for 39 felonies, Brett now uses his insider knowledge to help global organizations fight fraud, identity theft, and cybersecurity threats.
He’s consulted for the FBI, Microsoft, VISA, TED, and more, and has been featured by CNN, NBC, VICE, and AARP. Brett’s journey from cybercriminal to trusted advisor makes him one of the world’s most unique voices in cybersecurity today.
