The ATO Playbook: Insights from a Former Fraudster and SeatGeek’s Head of Fraud Risk

Fraud

Payments

MRC Vegas 2025

SeatGeek, Sift

Mar 11, 2025

Presentations

This session explores the increasing threat of Account Takeovers (ATO) through two expert perspectives. Former fraudster-turned-fraud fighter at Sift Alexander Hall will reveal why ATOs are so appealing to criminals, offering insider examples of how fraudsters use multiple, fine-tuned methods to successfully breach accounts. Prashant Gosavi, Head of Fraud Risk at SeatGeek, will share actionable insights on detecting and preventing these advancing ATO threats. Attendees will learn about the real-world tactics used by fraudsters and discover strategies to protect their customers and business.

Learning Objectives:

Gain a more detailed understanding of emerging ATO methods from a fraudster’s perspective.
Learn about the specific tactics merchants can use to proactively anticipate, detect, and prevent these ATO threats.

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