I’m pleased to share that IT Finanzmagazin has published a timely and thought-provoking piece entitled “Betrugsabwehr auf dem Prüfstand: Warum False Positives teurer sind als echter Betrug” (“Fraud Prevention Under Scrutiny: Why False Positives Are More Costly Than Real Fraud” – authored by Jochen Werne, CEO of Experian DACH) As highlighted […]
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🎙️ Reflections on TWELVEcast Episode #16 It was a great pleasure and a real honor to be part of Episode 16 of the TWELVEcast Podcast by Serviceplan – a format that masterfully brings together perspectives from the world of brands, media, and leadership. The topic we explored could not be […]
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By Jochen Werne Few events in the German economic calendar are as influential and forward-looking as the Wirtschaftstag, and the 2025 edition once again lived up to its reputation. Held in Berlin, this year’s gathering brought together key figures from politics and industry to address one fundamental question: What has […]
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By Jochen Werne There are moments in life that define not only a mission’s outcome but the very essence of what makes great teams extraordinary. I’ve been privileged to lead teams both in the boardroom and on the open ocean—under blue skies and in the unforgiving embrace of storm and […]
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I am delighted and proud to be part – as many other great colleagues – in the achievement of a significant milestone in our company’s journey: the acquisition of Boniversum, a subsidiary of Creditreform, and the strengthening of our strategic partnership with Creditreform. This collaboration not only enhances our presence […]
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As digital transactions continue to grow, so do the tactics of cybercriminals. In my latest article “Fraud Trends 2025: Viral Crimes and Crypto Fraud” on ITwelt, we explore the evolving fraud landscape and highlight key trends that will shape 2025.
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This hot-off-the-press article from IT Finanzmagazin perfectly encapsulates the state of today’s fraud landscape. The rapid evolution of generative AI (GenAI) is transforming fraud at an unprecedented pace, introducing new threats that challenge businesses across industries. Experian’s latest Forrester Study highlights how 76% of German fraud prevention leaders believe that GenAI has permanently changed the fraud landscape. Fraud tactics have become increasingly sophisticated, leading to an alarming rise in API fraud, money laundering, and bot attacks – trends that demand urgent action. As CEO of Experian DACH, I firmly believe that traditional rule-based systems are no longer sufficient to counter these evolving threats. The battle between businesses and fraudsters is now driven by AI, and only companies leveraging advanced AI-powered analytics will stay ahead. Continuous innovation, collaboration, and AI-driven fraud detection are now imperative to protect financial and personal data in our increasingly digital world.
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While preparing for the next GOST extreme offshore sailing expedition, “Arctic Horizon” to Iceland in May 2025, I came across an by Martina Scherf (SZ), which was published in the preparation phase of Global Offshore Sailing Team’s expedition “Antarctic Blanc” and that perfectly captures what every explorer must prepare for […]
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Data literacy encompasses the data skills that are important for all people in a world shaped by digitalisation. It is an indispensable part of general education. With the Data Literacy Charter, the signatories express the common understanding of data literacy in the sense of comprehensive data literacy and its importance in educational processes. This understanding is in line with the Federal Government’s data strategy and with the Berlin Declaration on the Digital Society.
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The number of cyber attacks on businesses, governments and individuals is increasing worldwide. The human being in his cultural environment is an important element. Different cultures seem to be associated with different susceptibilities. In its annual management report „The Situation of IT Security in Germany“, the Federal Office for Information Security records a threatening scenario: The number of cyber attacks on the federal government, German industry and private individuals is increasing at an alarming rate. Germany, in particular, is being massively targeted by criminal hackers.
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