Fraud and scams are no longer a fringe issue - globally we lost $1 TRILLION in 2024. In this compelling keynote, Tracy Hall draws from her deeply personal journey of being the final victim of Hamish McLaren, one of Australia’s most notorious conmen. The story was first exposed through the hit podcast by The Australian WHO THE HELL IS HAMISH and Tracy has since gone on to write a memoir about her experiences. Through raw storytelling and insightful analysis, Tracy sheds light on the devastating impact of fraud, the stigma of victim-blaming, and how the rapid advancement of AI is reshaping the landscape of scams—for both corporations and criminals. This keynote is not just a cautionary tale; it is a call to action for individuals, communities, and organisations to build financial and digital resilience, educate themselves on scams and fraud, recognise vulnerabilities, and foster vigilance in an increasingly deceptive world.