Live Webinar

Top 5 Global Fraud Trends for 2026: What Public Sector Leaders Need to Know

Feb. 17, 2026 • 9:30 a.m. ET | 3:30 p.m. CET • Cost: Complimentary

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About the webinar

Fraud is evolving at a rapid pace, and public sector teams must stay ahead to protect public funds and maintain trust.

Join us for an exclusive webinar where we’ll break down the top trends shaping the public sector in 2026 and how to prepare accordingly. During this session, you’ll learn practical ways to strengthen fraud prevention, improve early detection and align with emerging compliance requirements.

If you want to build resilience and protect your organization in a fast-changing risk landscape, this webinar offers the clarity and direction you need. Register now and make sure you’re ready for what’s to come.

Key takeaways:

  • Learn practical strategies to strengthen fraud prevention using technology for early detection.
  • See how leading organizations are adapting to new compliance requirements and reducing risk.
  • Engage with experts and ask questions during our live Q&A session.

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Featured speakers:


Carl Hammersburg

Senior Manager, Global Civilian Government, Procurement and Health Care Fraud and Compliance, SAS

Carl Hammersburg has over 30 years of experience in fraud prevention and compliance and has worked with officials around the world on compliance and payment integrity in tax, health care and benefits programs, procurement and vendor compliance.

An expert on issues of fraud, identity theft, tax evasion and the underground economy, Hammersburg has testified before numerous task forces, commissions and elected officials on addressing those issues through data sharing, analytics and AI, and proper use of enforcement tools.

Before joining SAS in 2012, Hammersburg spent 20 years working in government compliance programs, including tax discovery, audit and collections, as well as managing claim fraud prevention and provider audit. He formed and led a division focused exclusively on fraud prevention and compliance, winning awards from multiple governors for leadership and exceptional results.

Hammersburg holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Washington and resides in Seattle, WA.


Liz Goldberg

Product Marketing Manager, SAS

With nearly 30 years of experience in information technology, Liz Goldberg has helped business and IT buyers address their most pressing challenges, including workflow optimization, financial management and cyber threats.

Goldberg has an MBA from Wake Forest University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Duke University.


Katarina Garai

CFE, Fraud & Compliance Solutions Advisor, SAS

Katarina Garai is a recognized expert in fraud management, compliance and internal controls. As Vice President of ACFE Austria and Slovakia, she leads initiatives to advance anti-fraud best practices across Europe. Her advisory work empowers organizations to strengthen their fraud prevention frameworks and stay ahead of emerging threats.


David Williams

Business Programs, Microsoft

David Williams is a key member of Microsoft’s worldwide public sector business, focused on solutions for intelligence, investigations and analysis. He is passionate about applying technology to augment and assist great people in protecting citizens globally. Williams works closely with partners, field teams and customers to find solutions that support mission requirements. Before joining Microsoft, he spent 10 years in various roles in technology companies focused on intelligence, investigations and data analytics. He has consulted on solutions and problem-solving across the globe in the defense and intelligence sectors, as well as with law enforcement agencies at all levels. Williams also retired as a major from the United States Army, where he served for 24 years as an enlisted soldier, non-commissioned officer and commissioned officer in the Infantry, Signal and Civil Affairs branches.

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