by thelanzagroup | Apr 13, 2026 | Jeff Lanza's Blog
Deepfake technology has moved from a futuristic novelty to a real-world threat—and financial advisors are increasingly in the crosshairs. Powered by artificial intelligence, deepfakes can replicate a person’s voice or likeness with startling accuracy, allowing...
by thelanzagroup | Apr 2, 2026 | Jeff Lanza's Blog
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live and work—but it’s also giving criminals powerful new tools to commit fraud. For individuals, and especially seniors, the rise of AI-driven scams has made deception faster, cheaper, and far more convincing than...
by thelanzagroup | Mar 23, 2026 | Jeff Lanza's Blog
It often begins with something harmless: a simple text message that seems to be sent to the wrong person. “Hi Sarah, are we still on for dinner tonight?” Or: “I can’t believe it’s been so long—how have you been?” Most people respond the same...
by thelanzagroup | Mar 9, 2026 | Jeff Lanza's Blog
Every year during tax season, millions of Americans file their returns expecting a refund. Unfortunately, as any cybersecurity keynote speaker will tell you, this period is also prime time for scammers and cybercriminals. Threat actors know taxpayers are closely...
by thelanzagroup | Feb 24, 2026 | Jeff Lanza's Blog
One of the fastest-growing scams today doesn’t rely on sophisticated hacking or stolen passwords. Instead, it relies on something much simpler: trust. Criminals are increasingly impersonating bank fraud departments, convincing victims they’re speaking with legitimate...
