Crime

Robotic arms assemble a human identity from fragments including a photo, fingerprint, signature, contact information and account data, illustrating synthetic identity fraud and automated cybercrime.

Beware the rise of automated fraud

Fraudsters are increasingly coordinated and cutting edge By Tom Weyant, VP, Risk Management and Data Privacy Officer, Alliant National Title Insurance Company The days of fraudsters being content with sending random phishing emails are long gone. Advanced automation tools are…

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The Changing Face of Fraud 

The fraud landscape is changing fast; here’s how to adapt By Amanda Berry, Senior Claims Counsel, Alliant National Title Insurance Company The real estate market is currently experiencing record low transaction volume, driven by mortgage and affordability pressures. Given these…

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Bio-metric identity as fingerprint

Deploy Passkeys in 2026 for Better Security

Make your agency more phishing-resistant in 2026 By Bryan Johnson, IT Director, Alliant National Title Insurance Company Keeping your agency’s data and digital assets safe these days can often feel like a never-ending battle. Unlike you and your team, fraudsters…

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Top Fraud Concerns to Watch Out for in 2026

Keep every file and every party safe by usingthese best practices every day By Mauri Hawkins, Chief Claims Counsel, Alliant National Title Insurance Company Title pros know that fraud is a big problem in our industry, but the available data…

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Rodney Anderson and Texas State Senator Royce West stand beside a framed copy of Senate Bill 16, which aims to protect Texans from real property theft and fraud. The display highlights their roles in supporting this legislation.

Texas Tackles Deed Fraud

Exciting legislative developments in the Lone Star State offer new tools to prosecutors and stronger protections for property owners. By Adam Mohrbacher For most homeowners, a deed represents safety, stability, and legacy. Deed fraud turns that certainty upside down. With…

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Russel Gonzales and Brooke Turner smile while holding a check, standing in front of an Aransas County Title sign. The image highlights their participation in the Crime Watch Program.

Texas Title Agent Spots Red Flags, Stops Dubious Deal

Aransas County Title recently stopped a fraudster cold and became the latest Alliant National Crime Watch recipient By Adam Mohrbacher In the title industry, transaction security can never be secondary. When critical details are overlooked or due diligence is skipped,…

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