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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.

From RecOps Con 2025. Kait Trowbridge shows hiring with AI in action at CodeSignal, sharing real demos and practical strategies that deliver measurable results.

From RecOps Con 2025. Steve Bartel of Gem shares a data-driven look at what’s really working in recruiting, drawing on insights from millions of candidates, applications, and hires.

From RecOps Con 2025. Tushar Makhija, Viet Nguyen, and Aaron Solomon share practical strategies for stronger collaboration between Recruiting and Finance, helping teams align on headcount and workforce planning.