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Bucharest Fraud Summit 2026

May 11 - May 12, 2026 | Bucharest, Romania

 Dear Fraud Fighter,

The 14th Banking Fraud Summit takes place on May 11 - May 12 in Bucharest, bringing together banking professionals from 15+ countries in a secure, sales-free environment to unite against fraud. Fraudsters operate in well-organized networks, and it goes to their advantage if banks don’t collaborate effectively. That’s why we created this initiative — to provide a closed, trusted space where experts can share knowledge, experiences, and strategies to combat fraud.

This international conference, with English as the official language, is specifically designed for banking and fintech experts. You can look forward to a 9/10 experience. Anyone committed to fighting fraud, including CISOs, CSOs, Heads of Fraud Prevention, Fraud Analysts, and other experts from across the region, is more than welcome to join us and make a difference.

The Summit is free to attend.

Jakub Zalman
Founder & Head of Banking Fraud Summit 

 

Speakers

We bring together industry opinion leaders and the highest-rated speakers from past Summits. This carefully curated panel of international experts is committed to delivering practical, high-quality content — tailored for both C-level executives and hands-on fraud fighters.

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Ramona Rusu

Deputy Director of Anti-Fraud and Control Division, CEC Bank

Having more than 20 years of experience in banking, including nine years in commercial banking and auditing and eleven years in anti-fraud and internal control, Ramona has developed strong expertise in fraud risk management, internal audit, compliance, and financial risk analytics. Her international certifications (ACFE, CISI) and national Compliance Expert qualification further reinforce her credibility as a highly trusted specialist.

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Lukáš Jakubíček

Solution Consultant & Fraud Expert

Lukáš, an enthusiastic and seasoned fraud fighter, brings extensive experience collaborating with dozens of banks across Europe. In his session, he’ll break down the tools and tactics criminals use today, show why becoming a fraudster has never been easier, and reveal the systemic weaknesses that leave financial institutions exposed. His hands‑on work with a wide range of cases gives him a rare, behind‑the‑scenes view of how fraudsters think, operate, and evolve.

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Sorin-Ioan Stănică

Independent Crime Prevention Specialist

Recognized expert in the field of Crime Prevention, with a career of over 25 years dedicated to public safety. A former officer within the Romanian Police, Sorin led the Crime Research and Prevention Institute and represented Romania for 9 years in the European Crime Prevention Network (EUCPN). Currently, he serves as an independent specialist, providing expertise in crime prevention at both national and international levels. He holds a Law degree and a Master’s in Forensic Psychology and Victimology, and is an active advocate for collaboration between public institutions and the private sector to combat modern crime.

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Daniel-Marius Staicu

AML/CFT/Sanctions Director, CEC Bank

An accomplished leader in Anti‑Money Laundering, Counter‑Financing of Terrorism, and financial crime prevention, with extensive experience directing financial intelligence units, regulatory compliance departments, and law enforcement divisions. Daniel has spent his career designing and implementing AML/CFT frameworks, strengthening compliance programs, and building institutional resilience against illicit financial flows. He brings a broad, cross‑sector perspective shaped by years of work at the intersection of regulation, operations, and international cooperation.

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Ionut Manciu

Head of Antifraud Lending and Internal Investigation, Banca Transilvania

Ionut, a certified expert in credit risk and fraud management with a strong background in internal control, has over 15 years of practical experience in detecting, investigating, and following up on fraud cases and other financial irregularities. Throughout his career, he has developed antifraud roadmaps and security initiatives for some of Romania's largest banks and several non-financial institutions. His work centers on strengthening organizational resilience, enhancing internal processes, and assisting institutions in creating effective, long-term fraud prevention strategies.

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Ciprian Birlea

Senior Intelligence Analyst, General Inspectorate of the Romanian Police

Law enforcement professional with over 20 years of experience combating serious and organized crime, with a strong focus on financial crime and fraud. Ciprian spent 10 years at Europol, supporting major cross‑border investigations and strengthening cooperation between law enforcement and the private sector. He later led the Office for Serious Fraud Analysis, driving efforts against complex financial crime networks. He is now back with the Romanian Police, applying his extensive expertise to intelligence‑driven investigations.

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Vojtěch Hodes

Fraud Fighter & Principal Solution Consultant

Vojtěch offers a deep insight into the rise of scams and investment frauds, drawing on over 10 years of experience helping banks combat fraud. He shares insights from the wider fraud-fighting community, emphasizing how criminals combine psychology, social engineering, and rapidly changing technology to exploit victims at scale. His session highlights why effective defense relies on collaboration, intelligence sharing, and the use of smart, human-aware technologies that can adapt as quickly as the threats themselves.

 

More speakers to be announced soon.

Date and venue

 Novotel Bucharest City Centre is a fantastic venue for banking professionals to meet. Its beautiful conference rooms ensure presentations and shared know-how truly stand out, while the space offers an ideal setup for networking during coffee breaks and dinner.

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Location

Calea Victoriei 37B, 010061 Bucharest, Romania

Date

May 11 - 12, from 10:00

Register for free

We look forward to hosting you and your colleagues alongside other experts   from dozens of banks and institutions from 15+countries. Our team is already preparing the Summit — register now for free to secure your seat. 

What is included?

Presentations by top local and international speakers
Great catering, including lunch and dinner
Relevant international networking opportunities
Business after-party with all refreshments included
Comprehensive report highlighting all the presentations
Discount for Novotel Bucharest City Centre
9/10 experience (rated by over 1,000 past attendees)