Blockhash: Exploring The Blockchain

For episode 627 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Sara Madden, CISO of Convera.Convera is a global leader in commercial payments. With an unrivaled regulatory footprint and a financial network spanning more than 140 currencies and 200 countries and territories, they’re reimagining the future of business payments to better serve their customers.  Their tech-led payment solutions are built on deep expertise in foreign exchange, risk management, and compliance - helping businesses grow with confidence. From small businesses to CFOs and treasurers, they make business payments simple, smart, and secure.⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction(0:53) Who is Sara Madden?(2:45) Convera at Money20/20(4:54) Convera report on fraud prevention(7:08) AI arms race(10:02) Importance of data sharing in fraud prevention(13:50) Future of Fraud Defense in Finance(17:05) Convera in 2026(18:52) Convera website & social media