GIJN Webinar: Tips and Tools for Uncovering Online Scams
October 28, 2025

Online scams have become borderless threats that evolve rapidly in scale, sophistication, and impact. From fraudsters using the Internet to steal to phishing networks that engage in social engineering and trick individuals, scams are often backed by organized criminal groups that exploit weak law enforcement, jurisdictional loopholes, and digital anonymity.

For investigative reporters, uncovering the individuals, platforms and financial flows behind these operations is essential to protect the public interest and expose the broader systems that enable online fraud. More money is being lost to online scams and cybercriminals than ever before, according to the FBI.

In this webinar, investigative journalists from around the world will gain practical strategies and tools for tracking, verifying, and reporting on online scams. Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to deepen your expertise, this session will provide advice for impactful reporting on one of the world’s most urgent issues.

Antonio Baquero is a journalist based in Barcelona. He joined OCCRP in 2020 and is an investigative editor covering Europe and beyond. Before that, he made his professional career at El Periódico Catalunya, where he served as a correspondent in North Africa, specializing in migration, as well as a war reporter in Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Iraq. He participated in OCCRP’s series Scam Empire.

Damien Leloup is an investigative reporter for Le Monde, with a strong focus on tech and the tech industry, and collaborative projects (e.g., Pegasus project, Uber Files). He also covers scams big and small, from the gray economy of affiliate marketing to dropshipping and investment scams.

Hera Rizwan is a reporter with BOOMLive India. She investigates cyber scams, online fraud, digital threats, and the intersection of technology with society.

Nyakerario Omari is a Nairobi‑based fact‑checker and investigative journalist with experience in open source reporting, data research, and digital verification. She is affiliated with Africa Uncensored and has worked with Code4Africa, among others.

The moderator is Craig Silverman, an award-winning investigative journalist, digital investigations/OSINT trainer, and public speaker. Cofounder of The Indicator and GIJN Digital Threats Online Course Lead Trainer.

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Sign up for the webinar here!
Date: Tuesday October 28
Time: 09:00 AM EDT – Find out what time that is in your city.