Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

05/29/2026

Drawing from 2,402 fraud cases across 143 countries and territories, Occupational Fraud 2026: A Report to the Nations details fraud trends, behavioral red flags, key risks and more to help organizations and fraud fighters assess and improve anti-fraud programs.

Here are five key takeaways from the latest Report to the Nations. You can read the full report for free at https://www.acfe.com/fraud-resources/report-to-the-nations?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_campaign=20265-Top5Video

05/28/2026

Fraud risk is only part of the picture.

To build stronger anti-fraud programs, professionals also need to understand the connections between compliance, internal controls and broader enterprise risk management.

In this new Expert Insights self-study course, Adding Value by Understanding Risk Relationships, Gerry Zack, CFE, shares practical insights into why these connections matter and how anti-fraud professionals can turn that understanding into action.

Get started today: https://www.acfe.com/training-events-and-products/all-products/product-detail-page?s=Adding-Value-by-Understanding-Risk-Relationships

05/26/2026

At the ACFE Global Fraud Conference, you leave with something valuable — whether it’s a new investigative approach, a fresh perspective or a connection you can rely on long after the event ends.

Join more than 5,500 anti-fraud professionals from around the world July 12–17 for conversations, insights and strategies shaped by the realities you are facing right now.

Be the Beacon at the 37th Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference: https://www.fraudconference.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_campaign=20265-Video-Social-Facebook

05/21/2026

Congratulations to the 2026–2027 Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship recipients.

These students have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and a strong commitment to careers dedicated to fighting fraud and protecting organizations globally.

The ACFE Foundation is proud to support the next generation of anti-fraud leaders through opportunities that help students further their education and prepare for meaningful careers.

We are honored to celebrate these scholars and the impact they will make in the years ahead.

05/20/2026

What goes into creating the world's largest study on occupational fraud?

In the latest episode of Fraud Talk, ACFE CEO John Warren, J.D., CFE, and ACFE Chief Training Officer Andi McNeal, CFE, CPA, share a behind-the-scenes look into the making of Occupational Fraud 2026: A Report to the Nations. Learn how the report has evolved over 30 years, what continues to surprise the Research team and the patterns that remain consistent across three decades of data.

🎧Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or ACFE.com now: https://bit.ly/4nLACh6

05/18/2026

🗺️What do thousands of fraud cases reveal about today's risk landscape?

Occupational Fraud 2026: A Report to the Nations offers a global lens into fraud losses, emerging patterns, and the vulnerabilities organizations across industries and regions are facing.

Developed from real case data thanks to Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs) around the world, the report helps you contextualize your fraud risks against broader global trends and identify areas of improvement.

Explore key findings and download the report: https://bit.ly/4dqcRq8

05/15/2026

serves as an important reminder that fraud prevention starts with preparedness.

➡️A Senior's Guide to Scam Safety: https://bit.ly/4noUqqe

Older adults remain a major target for impersonation scams, financial exploitation and social engineering schemes. Share these tips and resources to help protect vulnerable communities year-round.

05/12/2026

Occupational Fraud 2026: A Report to the Nations analyzes 2,402 real cases, providing a current and data-backed view of the fraud risk landscape.

Download the report: https://www.acfe.com/fraud-resources/report-to-the-nations?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_campaign=20265-RTTN-launch-Facebook

For 30 years, the Report to the Nations has helped organizations identify patterns, benchmark anti-fraud programs, and understand where and how controls break down. If you're a or part of organizational leadership, this report can help you:

📊Understand how fraud schemes unfold and how they're detected.
📊Compare your controls and risks against real-world patterns.
📊Focus your efforts where they'll have the most impact.

05/05/2026

Advanced pricing for the 37th Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference ends May 13. Register now to save!

Don't miss your opportunity to join fraud fighters from around the world in Boston, MA or virtually. Gain insights from the industry's top experts, learn practical anti-fraud strategies and form powerful professional connections.

Explore the full agenda and register today ➡️ https://www.fraudconference.com/37annual/pricing.aspx?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_campaign=20265-Facebook-Advanced-Pricing

05/04/2026

Fraud Magazine's in-depth look at synthetic identify theft explores one of today's fastest-evolving threats.

With artificial intelligence increasing the scale and sophistication of these schemes, this issue's cover story from Dustin J. Eaton, CFE, and Frank McKenna explores the methods behind synthetic fraud and the challenges for examiners and investigators.

Read the Article ➡️ https://bit.ly/4eWaXQf

The fastest growing financial crime threat to organizations today isn’t real — it’s synthetic. Instead of stealing existing identities, criminals invent them by stitching together real and fake data into a Frankenstein’s monster of a consumer capable of passing know-your-customer (KYC) check...