How deepfakes, AI slop, fake digital staging are deceiving the market

Become a digitally literate consumer when you engage in protecting yourself and others from misinformation and lies, security expert Robert Siciliano writes. Continue reading

A security expert’s top 10 tips for keeping real estate agents safe

As Realtor Safety Month approaches its end, Robert Siciliano offers a reminder that agent safety requires vigilance and planning. Continue reading

How safe are real estate agents really? The Download

From cybersecurity attacks to face-to-face threats, here’s a roundup of recent stories on agent and brokerage safety and security. Continue reading

How ‘pig butchering’ financial scam puts real estate agents at risk

Scammers prey on the loneliness epidemic and desire for genuine connection, security expert Robert Siciliano writes, a feeling that even the most successful among us can experience. Continue reading

Desperately seeking an AI bestie? How to protect your professional image from AI companion risks

Adopt these practices to harness the potential benefits of AI tools while proactively protecting your invaluable professional persona from the array of privacy and security dangers. Continue reading

Your phone knows you better than your bestie (and it’s selling you out)

Mobile phones inherently carry privacy and security risks due to their constant connectivity and the vast amount of personal data they hold. Safety expert Robert Siciliano shares strategies to protect yourself. Continue reading

Fortify your digital fortress with solid password management

Robust password management practices, such as using unique, complex passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, and utilizing password managers, can protect sensitive client information and safeguard online businesses, cybersecurity expert Robert … Continue reading

How to safeguard your business reputation from misinformation

Implement these strategies from security expert Robert Siciliano to identify and protect yourself from misinformation, ensuring you’re better prepared to navigate today’s intricate information ecosystem. Continue reading

How to protect your data, devices and clients when on Wi-Fi

When you’re on the go, and using public Wi-Fi, you can open yourself up to security breaches. Security expert Robert Siciliano offers best practices for protecting yourself and your information. Continue reading

It can happen to you: Get real about personal risk and crime potential

Worrying won’t keep you safe, security expert Robert Siciliano writes. However, clear-eyed assessment of potential risk factors and common-sense precautions just might. Continue reading