Prudvi manoj Kumar Peddada

Fraud and Risk Analyst with 4+ years of experience reviewing 25 to 35 websites daily across illegal betting, gambling, counterfeit goods, online Illegal pharmacy, investment scams, crypto fraud, OTT/Media Subscription scams, content moderation, narcotics, and e-commerce fraud. Worked within Visa VAMP/VIRP, Mastercard BRAM, PayPal AUP, AMEX GMNC and Global Brand Protection frameworks, protecting card networks by identifying and investigating illegal Suspicious Websites and unauthorized operators from all Verticals across the US, UK, and EU. Experienced in researching, identifying and conducting investigation on fraudulent websites using regulated bodies databases, open-source intelligence, and multiple investigative methods.

Every case is backed by structured evidence, clear risk findings, and a documented paper trail that clients can act on immediately. Known for going deep on every investigation running phishing URL checks, WHOIS and domain lookups, SSL and trust signal reviews, full merchant legitimacy assessments, and end-to-end payment testing across Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Google Pay, and crypto. Every investigation ends with a professionally documented evidence package that clients can act on immediately.

Track record: $2M+ in fraud exposure prevented, 150+ cases completed, zero compliance rejections, and hands-on chargeback experience across subscription fraud, friendly fraud, and non-friendly fraud.

Fraud Investigation/ Trust & Safety Analyst/VIRP/VAMP - GBIT India Pvt. Ltd - Hyderabad, India

(2025-01)

• Researched and Investigated 30+ high-risk merchant websites everyday across illegal betting, gambling, Content Moderation, Illegal Pharmacy/Drugs, counterfeit goods websites, Online shopping scams and cloned website networks using regulated body databases, OSINT, and open-source investigative methods.
• Conducted investigations on merchants violating Visa brand and acceptance policies and Supported brand protection efforts by identifying fraudulent or non-compliant merchant activity.
• Checked website traffic and digital footprints of betting, gambling, Content Moderation, Illegal Pharmacy/Drugs, counterfeit goods websites platforms using SEMrush and country-specific VPN testing to simulate genuine local user visits.
• Identified and mapped cloned website networks by matching shared infrastructure, payment gateways, and domain registration patterns. Uncovered 4+ coordinated networks operating under false identities.
• Cross-referenced claimed licenses against UKGC, Malta MGA, Curacao, and US state gambling databases. Uncovered 15+ operators using fabricated or misrepresented licenses.
• Investigated narcotics websites by identifying coded terms like research chemicals and not for consumption, Monero-only payments, rotating wallets, and stealth shipping language.
• Reviewed content moderation cases by spotting hidden login pages, invite-only access, private-only content, Telegram and Signal links, and encrypted communication indicators.
• Performed EDD on every merchant, covering PEP and sanctions screening, beneficial ownership tracing, and jurisdiction risk assessment. Escalated 25+ cases for licensing violations, AML/KYC failures, and unauthorized payment acceptance.

Fraud and Risk Analyst - Vuesol Technologies Inc

(2024-07 - 2024-11)

• Reviewed 40+ high-risk merchants across betting, gambling, OTT fraud, and cloned website networks.
• Investigated human trafficking websites by identifying escort ads, fake job listings, reused profile photos, repeated phone numbers, and city-to-city movement patterns.
• Flagged trafficking payment signals including shared wallet addresses, same IP or device across accounts, and one controller managing multiple profiles.
• Reviewed child exploitation platforms by identifying private-only access, age-restricted wording without compliance, disappearing message links, and crypto-only or gift card payment requests.
• Performed EDD covering PEP screening, sanctions checks, and beneficial ownership tracing.
• Escalated 25+ cases for licensing violations, AML/KYC failures, and unauthorized payment acceptance at 98% accuracy.

E-Commerce Fraud, Brand Protection and IP Infringement Analyst - Conch Technologies Inc

(2022-12 - 2024-06)

• Investigated 60+ e-commerce fraud cases covering fake branded goods, online shopping scams, and counterfeit products across Nike, Apple, Adidas, electronic products and luxury labels.
• Identified cloned and copycat websites replicating legitimate retailer branding, product listings, and checkout flows.
• Flagged suspicious site signals including no company registration, fake addresses, missing privacy policy, no support details, and anonymous hosting.
• Performed IP infringement analysis on every case covering unauthorized logos, trademarks, product images, and copyrighted content.
• Mapped 8+ fake seller networks by correlating accounts, payment methods, and shared backend infrastructure.
• Validated every merchant using structured checks covering address, SSL, T&C, trust signals, and BIN card testing.
• Documented post-purchase scam cycles from deceptive listing through payment capture to non-delivery.
• Produced structured reports for all cases, supporting brand protection and legal enforcement actions.

TALENT MANAGEMENT - Aditi Consulting

(2021-11 - 2022-11)

• Partnered with 15+ hiring managers on core tech recruiting, building a talent pipeline that resulted in 35+ successful placements and a 28% improvement in fill rate.
• Delivered salary benchmarking and competitive market intelligence. Managed MSP client coordination with 100% on-time SLA compliance.

B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering - JNTU University (2018)

Intermediate - MPC - Narayana Junior College (2014)