288: How to Protect Your Money From AI Scams, Identity Theft, & Financial Fraud with Robert Siciliano

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Robert Siciliano, cybersecurity expert, bestselling author, and CEO of Protect Now. Robert has spent decades helping consumers and businesses defend against identity theft, fraud, and the ever-changing world of cybercrime.

Today's guest, Robert Siciliano, joins us to discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the landscape of financial scams and what you can do to protect yourself. From identity theft and phishing attacks to AI-generated fraud, he shares practical strategies to help safeguard your personal information, finances, and online accounts.

Robert explains how to recognize scam warning signs, avoid common security mistakes, strengthen your passwords and account security, protect your Social Security number, understand the risks of the dark web, and why digital estate planning should be part of every family's financial strategy.

Robert Siciliano is a cybersecurity expert, bestselling author, private investigator, and the CEO of Protect Now, where he helps individuals, families, and businesses defend against cybercrime, identity theft, fraud, and online scams.

For more than two decades, Robert has educated millions of people on practical cybersecurity through national media appearances, keynote presentations, books, and consumer advocacy.

He has been featured by CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, NBC's Today Show, CNBC, and countless other media outlets, translating complex security threats into clear, actionable advice for everyday consumers.

Robert is also the founder of Safr.Me, a personal security and privacy resource dedicated to helping people better protect their digital lives. His mission is simple: give individuals the knowledge and tools they need to stay ahead of today's rapidly evolving cyber threats.