We are pleased to invite you to the special event Financial Crimes in the Digital Age: Challenges for Institutions, Security, and Society. The event is organized by the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and the Bulgarian Association of Anti-Financial Crime Experts (BAAFCE). The event will be held in English.
When: 28 April 2025 (Monday), at 15:15 h.
Where: Hall 200 at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration AND Live streaming at: http://bit.ly/4iw3Snw
The event is aimed at all students who want to learn about topics such as money laundering, financial crime, cybersecurity, and digital euro. You will have the opportunity to learn how experts from both academia and industry are responding to today’s financial system challenges.
Topics and a brief introduction of the experts:
Moderator: Mr. Dimitar Toshev, Product manager of risk management systems at Paysafe
PART 1: EXPERTS FROM THE BULGARIAN ASSOCIATION OF ANTI-FINANCIAL CRIME
Topic 1. Money Laundering: Economic Consequences, Regulatory Challenges, and Global Response – Mila Razsolkova
Mila Razsolkova is a seasoned Compliance professional with deep expertise in AML, financial sanctions, counter-terrorism financing, conduct risk, and GDPR. She leads the Compliance team at one of Bulgaria’s top banks, where she oversees the implementation and development of the institution’s Compliance framework. Mila holds two Master’s degrees—one in Finance from the University of National and World Economy and another in Business Administration from New Bulgarian University—and is certified as a CAMS and CGSS professional by ACAMS. Her strong commitment to financial crime prevention and customer protection is reflected in both her leadership and practical achievements.
Topic 2. Cybersecurity and Fraud: Emerging Threats and Risk Mitigation in the Digital Age – Vladislav Venev
Vladislav Venev is a highly accomplished expert in IT and Information Security, with over 24 years of experience in designing and managing cybersecurity systems for both international and local organizations. He has led global teams in critical sectors such as banking, telecommunications, and pharmaceuticals, ensuring the security and resilience of complex digital infrastructures. Vladislav holds multiple internationally recognized certifications in cybersecurity, data protection, and project management, and brings added value through his strong background in audit and consulting. As a frequent speaker at international conferences, he is known for his insights into emerging cybersecurity threats and solutions. Currently heading the cyber and information security strategy at a major media group.
Topic 3. The Impact of Financial Crime on Economic Well-being and Social Stability: The Case of Bulgaria and the Consequences of FATF Grey Listing – Radomir Dukov
Radomir Dukov is a highly respected consultant in the field of financial crime prevention, with over 18 years of experience across the banking and fintech sectors. He has a proven track record of supporting institutions in managing complex financial risks and strengthening their compliance frameworks. Radomir holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and multiple Master’s degrees in Banking Management, Political Management, and National Security, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. focused on improving Bulgaria’s AML/CFT system. He is certified by leading global organizations, including ACFE, ACAMS, and ACSS.
PART 2: LECTURERS AT THE FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Topic 1. Digital Euro. FinTech and National Security – Prof. Deyan Radev, PhD
Deyan Radev, PhD, is a Professor of FinTech, Banking, and Systemic Risk at FEBA, Sofia University, and a Fernand Braudel Senior Fellow at the European University Institute, Florence. At FEBA, he teaches international banking regulation and fintech, while his research – published in the Journal of Banking and Finance and Springer Nature – has been presented at leading institutions including the Federal Reserve Board, ECB, BIS, FSB, and Bank of England.
Topic 2. Institutionalising the financial fraud prevention process in the context of identity disclosure in financial transactions – Chief Ass. Prof. Georgi Ganev, PhD.
Georgi Ganev is a lecturer at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration of Sofia University. He teaches and specializes in macroeconomics, money and banking, and new institutional economics. His research interests include macroeconomics, monetary theory, history and politics, political economy, transition and convergence, economic development, and growth. He is Programme Director in Economic Perspectives at the Centre for Liberal Strategies, Sofia. In the 45th, 46th, 47th, and 49th National Assemblies he was a member of the Committee on Budget and Finance and the Committee on Labour, Social and Demographic Policy.
Topic 3. ICT, Cybersecurity, Fishing, Professional and Private Communication – Prof. Kamen Spasov, PhD.
Dr. Kamen Spassov is an ICT and management professional with international experience. He is a Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration of Sofia University. He is the Director of AMBA Accredited MBA program “Management Information Systems”.
Topic 4. Signs of financial fraud in financial statements – Assoc. Prof. Adriyan Marinchev, PhD.
Assoc. Prof. Adrian Marinchev is a lecturer in the Department of Finance and Accounting. His research interests are associated with forensic accounting, accounting and analysis of banks, accounting in the public sector, international accounting standards in the public sector, and accounting theory.
About the Bulgarian Association of Anti-Financial Crime Experts:
The Bulgarian Association of Anti-Financial Crime Experts (BAAFCE) is a leading non-profit organization committed to the prevention of financial crime. We bring together professionals, institutions, and civil society to foster a secure, transparent, and resilient financial environment. Through specialized training, practical workshops, and the exchange of best practices, we enhance the capacity of our members and promote cross-sector collaboration. While BAAFCE does not conduct investigations, our work focuses on prevention and long-term systemic improvement. Since our establishment at the end of 2024, we have grown to over 50 members representing more than 25 organizations. BAAFCE is proud to be the only Bulgarian association that is part of the European Network for Compliance Officers.