Scamalot Fraudcast

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Latest Episodes:

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence: Scams, Voice Bots, and Protecting Your Data Nov 17, 2025

This episode explores the evolving world of artificial intelligence and how malicious actors exploit it to deceive. It discusses the unsettling reality of AI scams, including deepfake videos, voice impersonations, and AI-generated phishing emails. Learn to identify red flags and protect yourself from these increasingly sophisticated threats. Please note that the Department of Commerce, along with its divisions and offices, refrains from commenting on ongoing and current investigations. Statements are issued only after action is taken against a business or individual. This podcast is hosted by Patrick Fitzgibbon and produced by Katie Scheuch.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Utah Department of Commerce: commerce.utah.gov
Scams.utah.gov: scams.utah.gov
Utah Division of Consumer Protection (DCP): dcp.utah.gov

Utah Consumer Privacy Act: https://dcp.utah.gov/ucpa/

Cryptocurrency: Understanding Digital Assets and Avoiding Scams Nov 10, 2025

Show Notes:

This episode explores the world of cryptocurrency scams with Robert Cummings, Director of the Division of Securities. We break down the basics of digital money, including how it's acquired, stored, and used, its inherent risks, such as its volatile value, why someone might choose to own cryptocurrency, how cryptocurrency is exploited for scams, common types of crypto scams, and why scammers favor using cryptocurrency. We also discuss the most common mistakes people make that lead to losing their crypto. Please note that the Department of Commerce, along with its divisions and offices, refrains from commenting on ongoing and current investigations. Statements are issued only after action is taken against a business or individual. This podcast is hosted by Patrick Fitzgibbon and produced by Katie Scheuch.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Division of Securities: securities.utah.gov

File a complaint: https://securities.utah.gov/enforcement/file-a-complaint/

Verify a license: https://securities.utah.gov/licenses/verify-a-license/

FINRA broker check: https://brokercheck.finra.org/

scams.utah.gov

Top 10 Frauds and Scams in Utah Nov 03, 2025

Join us for a deep dive into Utah's most commonly reported scams and fraud for 2024. We'll explore crucial takeaways from the Federal Trade Commission's Consumer Sentinel Network, a free and public resource that tracks consumer reports about marketplace problems, including fraud and identity theft. Learn about the top scams affecting Utahns, the age groups most impacted, and how to protect yourself and your loved ones. Please note that the Department of Commerce, along with its divisions and offices, refrains from commenting on ongoing and current investigations. Statements are issued only after action is taken against a business or individual. This podcast is hosted by Patrick Fitzgibbon and produced by Katie Scheuch.

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