Financial Fraud Prevention Experts 2025

Anant Wairagade is a Technical Lead with over 20 years of experience in Software Engineering enabling IT organizations with digital transformation and helping them become secure organizations. In his more than two decades long career, Anant has worked for financial services companies where he led the design and development of several successful products in the Security, Finance and CRM domain. Beginning of his career, Anant worked as a Technology consultant for major Financial Services companies and Banks. Anant is a thought leader in Enterprise Integrations solutions. He is expert in API based data connector development, Kafka and Messaging Middleware. Anant is also an active member of several Industry Open Standard communities. He is an IEEE Senior member and serves as Program Committee Member for several IEEE and other IT conferences.

I'm Rahulkumar (Rahul) Chawda, a global product leader with over 20 years of experience in building secure, scalable, and future-ready digital payment systems. At Mastercard, I lead the global strategy, development, and commercialization of Payment Account Reference (PAR)—a foundational element in tokenized transactions and digital identity ecosystems. I’m passionate about shaping the next generation of trusted commerce—where security, intelligence, and user empowerment converge through technologies like Digital payments, tokenization and AI. My thought leadership has been published in The Financial Brand, DigitalCxO, TechStrong AI, and Global Banking & Finance Review, among others. One article I’m especially proud of is “Toward Financial Inclusion: The Benefits and Challenges of Ethical AI”, where I explore how responsibly designed AI can advance access to financial services for underserved communities. It's a topic I care deeply about—ensuring that as we scale new technologies, we do so ethically and inclusively. I'm also a mentor and a judge for many awards, and I enjoy working with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex payment problems. I believe the future of finance is composable, intelligent, and secure—and I’m excited to help build it. Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rahulkchawda

I specialize in cybersecurity and digital asset recovery, helping individuals and organizations regain control of compromised resources. With expertise in forensic techniques, blockchain analysis, and fraud prevention, I tackle even the most complex cyber threats. As a business owner, I know how important it is to protect your assets. That’s why I founded Crypto Recovers—to help you reclaim stolen or inaccessible digital assets. With a global reach and ethical standards, we offer more than recovery services. We also provide guidance on securing your accounts to prevent future attacks.

James Francis is the founder of Artificial Integrity, a visionary initiative using AI to elevate humanity. He champions AI as Alpha—a force for discovery, empathy, and transformation across sectors. Francis also serves as Chairman and CEO of Paradigm Asset Management, where he has spent over 30 years leading innovation at the intersection of AI, finance, and collective intelligence. A Morehouse College alumnus, he founded BlackChat AI to empower communities navigating the age of AI. His forthcoming book, Artificial Integrity, presents a bold framework for building AI that advances justice, integrity, and human potential. Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial or investment advice. Investors should conduct their own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

I’m a lifesciences compliance strategist with a passion for building real-world, right-sized programs in fast-moving environments. With deep experience in pharma and medtech, I specialize in translating regulatory complexity into practical, actionable frameworks. I’ve spent 7+ years navigating the gray areas of compliance—from training physicians on industry expectations to building startup programs from the ground up. I believe compliance should be ethical, functional, and human-centered—and that culture is built through clarity, storytelling, and respect, not fear. Outside of policy and audits, I speak regularly on startup compliance and love turning “boring” topics into memorable moments. I'm here to connect, create, and contribute.

Shane Hurley opened his first payment processing company in 2005. In 2012, Inc. Magazine named his firm the 16th fastest-growing business in Washington State and the 237th fastest-growing company in the United States. He was acknowledged as one of the 50 most influential people in the Inland Northwest, and at 27, was named one of his area’s top 20 professionals under 40. Shane's entrepreneurial success taught him the true value of dedication and hard work, and he carries this lesson with him in his personal and professional life. He is committed to leading and developing his team with a hands-on approach and takes pride in his coworkers' and his corporation's growth and progress. In addition, he enjoys giving back to the community, participating in the Cops for Kids 5K Cancer race, supporting the fight against breast cancer, and mentoring future entrepreneurs. Shane’s role as a business consultant in FinTech is a testament to his expertise and commitment to the industry, developing innovative strategies to maintain relevancy and navigate the ever-evolving credit card landscape.