Ask an Expert Webinar: From Fake Tickets to Phishing - The Scams Fans Don’t See Coming
The landscape of scam activity we’ve observed around the 2026 World Cup and how it compares to past events.
While billions of fans lock in on the matches and rally behind their favorite teams, scammers are locking in too—treating the attention as a business opportunity. Major sporting events have long attracted counterfeit merch rings, phishing scams targeting ticket buyers, and other schemes that thrive on a tournament’s massive visibility and fan excitement.
In this Ask an Expert webinar, Graphika Head of Product and Engineering Thomas Lederer and Account Executive Chris Block will share examples of World Cup scams we've been tracking and walk through our investigative approach to connect key signals into a broader picture of coordinated activity.
What You'll Learn
Connecting the Dots
How seemingly unrelated accounts, websites, and social posts can be connected to uncover coordinated fraud.
Classifying the Threat
How Graphika classifies scams by the behaviors, actors, and networks behind them.
Staying Ahead
How continuous monitoring helps teams identify emerging threats earlier and prioritize what requires action.
This session is designed for attendees working in:
- Trust & Safety Teams
- Financial Services Teams
- Brand Safety Teams
- Media and Entertainment Teams
Thomas Lederer is Vice President of Technology at Graphika, where he leads development and optimization of the company’s software platform and analytic solutions. He previously directed Graphika’s intelligence data team and has contributed to multiple reports and investigations, bringing a background that combines technology leadership and research work.
Reserve Your Spot
Join Graphika's analysts for a live discussion on the narratives, threats, and influence operations shaping the information environment. Limited spots available.
- Expert-led analysis — Hear directly from Graphika's analysts on the latest findings and intelligence
- Live Q&A — Ask questions and get real-time answers from our team of researchers
- Actionable intelligence — Walk away with insights you can apply to your organization immediately
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