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Candidate Fraud: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You

From RecOps Con 2025. Ryan Colthorp and Ruchi Goel of Okta reveal how AI is fueling candidate fraud and share practical ways RecOps teams can detect and prevent it before it impacts hiring.

Candidate fraud is becoming more sophisticated, and AI is accelerating both sides of the game. From fake resumes and deepfake interviews to identity misrepresentation and credential spoofing, today’s talent teams face an evolving wave of complex threats.

In this revealing session, Ryan Colthorp and Ruchi Goel from Okta unpack the current state of candidate fraud and how AI is making it easier to cheat the system. Viewers learn real-world examples and proven tactics to identify red flags early and protect the integrity of their hiring process.

This session equips RecOps teams with the awareness and tools needed to stay ahead in an era where authenticity and verification matter more than ever.

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