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Ahead of the curve: A banker’s podcast episode 7 – Financially motivated sextortion: Old crime, new twist

Financially motivated sextortion

In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, we discuss a new threat targeting our youth, financially motivated sextortion, how it differs from its old iteration, and the traumatic aftermath of this crime. Our expert, Alison Jimenez, will explain the details of this crime and how financial institutions can play a vital role in identifying this crime.

Join us as we discuss:

  •  Definitions and descriptions of this crime
  •  Who is being targeted
  • The role of financial institutions
  • Ways for parents to identify and prevent this crime
 

Helpful links:

FATF Financial Sextortion of Children Red Flags:
 
Blog post on steps Financial Institutions can take to disrupt FMSC:
 
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children resources for parents & children/teens:

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Ahead of the curve: A banker’s podcast

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