John Erik Setsaas ruben mestre January 8, 2026

John Erik

Identity and Fraud Expert at Setsaas Trust Advisory

John Erik is a pioneer in digital identity and a leading voice in fraud prevention, with over 25 years shaping the future of trust online. He has driven innovation in senior roles at Tietoevry Banking – Financial Crime Prevention, Signicat, and SAP, working closely with teams to develop solutions that enhance security and combat financial crime. He has also shared his expertise as an Assistant Professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway.

With extensive experience across global fintech and identity projects, he is a sought-after speaker known for turning complex topics into engaging, memorable stories, often using quirky examples and pop culture references.

He currently chairs the Mobey Forum Fraud Expert Group and advises the Global Trust Foundation, helping define strategies and set the agenda for the industry’s fight against financial crime.

Let’s discover and 
discuss the future 
of eID together.
WHEN & WHERE
Let’s discover and 
discuss the future 
of eID together.
WHEN & WHERE
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