https://www.proof.comStay up-to-date with the latest practices and developments that help protect your business and customers with Proof.Tue, 26 May 2026 14:19:11 GMT60Webflowhttps://www.proof.com/blog/your-interviewers-cant-catch-deepfakes-thats-not-their-faulthttps://www.proof.com/blog/your-interviewers-cant-catch-deepfakes-thats-not-their-faultIf you ask most hiring managers whether they could spot a fake candidate in an interview, a significant number will say yes. They will point to their experience, their instincts, their ability to read a candidate's comfort with their own claimed background. That confidence is understandable and, according to the data, largely misplaced.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-top-states-for-eclosings-in-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/the-top-states-for-eclosings-in-2026Your market has already made its decision. Peers and competitors are closing digitally, at significant volume, and they are getting faster at it. And the pattern is consistent: once enabling infrastructure is in place and a few early movers commit, adoption accelerates quickly.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-remote-online-notarizationhttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-remote-online-notarizationThe traditional notarization process has a well-known rhythm: print the document, find a notary office, drive there, show your ID, wait for the stamp. The whole thing can take the better part of a morning, and if anything goes wrong (wrong document, wrong ID, wrong office), you start over.Remote online notarization was built to replace that. Same legal result, without the overhead.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-to-catch-candidate-fraud-without-changing-your-lever-workflowhttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-to-catch-candidate-fraud-without-changing-your-lever-workflowWe often see hiring teams skip identity verification because the tools available for it sit outside of their ATS. Requiring identity verification for candidates forces teams to manage a separate system and add steps for which they don’t have bandwidth or expertise. Proof now closes that gap for teams that use Lever.Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-and-enigma-partner-to-launch-a-verified-business-identity-and-authorization-layer-for-u-s-businesseshttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-and-enigma-partner-to-launch-a-verified-business-identity-and-authorization-layer-for-u-s-businessesEvery business needs to claim its identity online. We built the infrastructure to do it.Wed, 27 May 2026 17:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/salesforce-under-attackhttps://www.proof.com/blog/salesforce-under-attackShinyHunters stole 600,000 Salesforce records from a 7-Eleven franchisee. Here's what the breach reveals about CRM identity risk.Wed, 27 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/a-better-way-to-notarize-for-cohen-fitch-llp-and-every-client-they-servehttps://www.proof.com/blog/a-better-way-to-notarize-for-cohen-fitch-llp-and-every-client-they-serveCohen & Fitch LLP is a New York civil rights firm. Their clients are navigating some of the hardest moments of their lives, and the last thing they need is friction around paperwork. So the firm built a notarization process that gives every client a real choice: come in person, handle it themselves through a local notary, or complete everything remotely through Proof on their own time.Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/verified-identities-new-closing-types-and-faster-document-prep-heres-whats-new-in-mayhttps://www.proof.com/blog/verified-identities-new-closing-types-and-faster-document-prep-heres-whats-new-in-mayMay's updates are focused on giving you more confidence and control at every stage of the transaction process. From a new verified badge that surfaces IAL2 verification status directly on identity profiles, to new transaction types for Title agents, to bulk sidebar actions that cut down document prep time significantly, this release is built to make your team faster and your transactions more trustworthy.Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-fraud-files-bank-insiders-bec-billions-and-the-ai-threat-to-ach-payments-may-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/the-fraud-files-bank-insiders-bec-billions-and-the-ai-threat-to-ach-payments-may-2026This month's fraud headlines read less like news and more like a preview of what happens when corporate ACH originators reach June 22 still exposed. Five signals, one through-line: authorized payments that should not have moved.Fri, 22 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-interview-isnt-where-candidate-fraud-gets-caughthttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-interview-isnt-where-candidate-fraud-gets-caughtThere is a documented case of a job applicant using deepfake technology to conduct a convincing interview for 70 minutes before being caught. That case gets cited as evidence of how good the fakes have gotten. But the more interesting (and maybe more important) thing it reveals is what had already happened before the call started.Wed, 20 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-insider-threat-your-hiring-pipeline-was-never-built-to-catchhttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-insider-threat-your-hiring-pipeline-was-never-built-to-catchInsider threat programs have long been a fixture at companies with high value assets. The threat model that justified that investment assumed a relatively targeted attacker: a nation-state, a competitor, or a sophisticated actor with a specific reason to come after that specific organization. That threat model is changing.Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/turning-account-recovery-into-a-seven-figure-businesshttps://www.proof.com/blog/turning-account-recovery-into-a-seven-figure-businessIn 2023, a threat group called Scattered Spider dismantled two of the largest casino operations in the world. The next generation is now running seven figure scams, and they are actively targeting organizations across financial services, retail, hospitality, legal, aviation, technology, and academia.Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/real-names-fake-ids-and-a-bank-insiderhttps://www.proof.com/blog/real-names-fake-ids-and-a-bank-insiderA guilty plea in federal court last week pulls back the curtain on a coordinated bank fraud ring that operated across three states for more than two years. The scheme had two distinct vulnerabilities that let it run undetected. Both of them are solvable.Fri, 08 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/agentic-ai-needs-verifiable-recordshttps://www.proof.com/blog/agentic-ai-needs-verifiable-recordsLogs and explanations are not enough. If agentic AI is going to operate in real world workflows, it needs verifiable records.Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-joins-fido-alliance-to-link-ai-agent-actions-to-verified-human-identityhttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-joins-fido-alliance-to-link-ai-agent-actions-to-verified-human-identityAs the only platform that can verify identity to NIST IAL2 and cryptographically bind it to agent activity, Proof brings a critical perspective to the standards defining how AI acts on behalf of humans.Mon, 04 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-fraud-files-fraud-rings-ai-scams-and-the-signals-to-watch-april-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/the-fraud-files-fraud-rings-ai-scams-and-the-signals-to-watch-april-2026Fraud trends rarely change all at once. More often, the signals appear gradually across research reports, news stories, and the operational reality of how organizations process digital transactions. Here are five signals from the past month that fraud and risk teams should be paying attention to.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/wigs-fake-ids-and-19-8-million-in-loanshttps://www.proof.com/blog/wigs-fake-ids-and-19-8-million-in-loansA former college football player disguised himself as three NFL stars to secure nearly $20 million in loans. The lenders who approved them had no reliable way to know the difference.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/built-for-how-you-work-whats-new-at-proof-in-aprilhttps://www.proof.com/blog/built-for-how-you-work-whats-new-at-proof-in-aprilApril's features are focused on speed and efficiency. From pre-built transaction templates to copy/paste shortcuts, self-serve plan upgrades, and smarter risk signals in Defend, here's what's new.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-vinsanity-indictment-and-the-urgent-need-for-banks-to-adopt-real-identity-verificationhttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-vinsanity-indictment-and-the-urgent-need-for-banks-to-adopt-real-identity-verificationAuto loan fraud is a serious crime that drives up costs for every honest consumer. It threatens the stability of lending institutions and undermines the digital economy. The VINsanity case illustrates the urgent need for better security across the industry. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-kyc-alone-no-longer-stops-fraud-and-what-comes-nexthttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-kyc-alone-no-longer-stops-fraud-and-what-comes-nextKYC verifies whether customer information matches trusted data sources at onboarding. It confirms that a name, date of birth, or identification number aligns with existing records to meet compliance requirements. Modern fraud does not try to break that model. It works within it.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-17-million-infiltrationhttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-17-million-infiltrationThe U.S. Department of Justice charged 11 people in a sophisticated conspiracy targeting elderly homeowners. By stealing identities, these criminals secured millions in hard money loans against properties they had absolutely zero claim to. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-the-u-s-can-learn-from-swedens-bankidhttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-the-u-s-can-learn-from-swedens-bankidIdentity fraud is rising in the U.S. due to fragmented verification. Learn why Sweden’s BankID model works and how Proof provides the cryptographic identity layer needed for high-risk digital commerce.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/ai-is-industrializing-pig-butchering-can-dating-apps-still-prove-their-users-are-realhttps://www.proof.com/blog/ai-is-industrializing-pig-butchering-can-dating-apps-still-prove-their-users-are-realThe San Francisco Standard recently detailed a chilling evolution in the world of digital connection. "Pig butchering" scams, once the domain of low-level scripts, are now being powered by sophisticated generative AI. While the public focus is often on the devastating financial losses of the victims, there is a quieter, equally dangerous crisis unfolding for the dating platforms where these scams begin.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/23-nycrr-part-500-is-a-regulatory-shift-from-authentication-to-attributionhttps://www.proof.com/blog/23-nycrr-part-500-is-a-regulatory-shift-from-authentication-to-attributionNYDFS 23 NYCRR Part 500 signals a shift from authentication to identity attribution. Learn why financial institutions must now provide verifiable, digital evidence.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/passwordless-security-why-the-future-of-authentication-still-starts-with-identityhttps://www.proof.com/blog/passwordless-security-why-the-future-of-authentication-still-starts-with-identityFor security teams and product teams alike, the appeal is straightforward. Passwordless systems reduce the risk of credential theft while also making login faster and easier for legitimate users. But removing passwords does not eliminate identity risk. It simply changes where that risk appears.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/deepfake-detection-persistent-identity-and-more----whats-new-in-marchhttps://www.proof.com/blog/deepfake-detection-persistent-identity-and-more----whats-new-in-marchThis month's updates bring stronger fraud protection, faster identity verification, and more control for enterprise teams. From real-time deepfake detection in notary meetings to one-click identity reuse and new org management tools, there's something here whether you're running closings, preparing documents, or managing a multi-branch operation. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/get-paid-the-moment-you-complete-instant-payouts-are-now-available-on-proofhttps://www.proof.com/blog/get-paid-the-moment-you-complete-instant-payouts-are-now-available-on-proofNotaries on the Proof platform can now receive earnings directly to their Visa debit card — often within minutes of completing a session.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-surpasses-640-billion-in-real-estate-transactionshttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-surpasses-640-billion-in-real-estate-transactionsRapid growth in residential real estate transactions on the platform indicates the industry is accelerating digital transformation to prioritize fraud prevention.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-presidents-executive-order-is-a-win-for-digital-closingshttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-presidents-executive-order-is-a-win-for-digital-closingsOn March 13, President Trump signed an Executive Order to expand access to mortgage credit and address the regulatory barriers that have made buying a home harder and more expensive than it needs to be. We commend the administration for this leadership.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/account-recovery-the-security-risk-hiding-in-help-desk-requestshttps://www.proof.com/blog/account-recovery-the-security-risk-hiding-in-help-desk-requestsMulti-factor authentication, fully-integrated identity providers, and passwordless logins have made it harder for attackers to break into enterprise systems using brute force. But attackers rarely attack the strongest defensive points directly. Instead, they look for the easiest path to gain access...account recovery workflows.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/hospice-fraud-is-exploding-in-los-angeleshttps://www.proof.com/blog/hospice-fraud-is-exploding-in-los-angelesHospice fraud is not new. But in Los Angeles, the scale has reached a level that federal investigators describe as unprecedented.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-and-idemia-public-securityhttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-and-idemia-public-securityProof, the trusted platform for securing the digital economy with cryptographically secured identity, and IDEMIA Public Security, a global leading provider of secure digital identity and trusted biometric-based solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to enable a trusted, broadly usable, privacy-preserving identity experience through a verifiable digital credential (VDC) that spans physical, logical ,and digital domains.Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:05:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/saas-security-has-an-identity-problemhttps://www.proof.com/blog/saas-security-has-an-identity-problemFor years, SaaS security has focused on authentication. But in 2026, that gap between authentication and real identity is becoming one of the biggest operational risks platforms face.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-michigans-move-signals-the-next-era-of-identity-verificationhttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-michigans-move-signals-the-next-era-of-identity-verificationMichigan recently updated its remote notarization standards to allow biometric authentication for identity verification, with clear guardrails in place. Their move from KBA to biometrics is not just about adopting new technology. It addresses foundational security gaps.Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-84-trillion-wealth-transfer-is-exposing-a-client-experience-gaphttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-84-trillion-wealth-transfer-is-exposing-a-client-experience-gapRoughly $84 trillion in assets is projected to transfer between generations over the next two decades. For wealth management firms, this creates both opportunity and exposure.Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-wealth-management-firms-need-from-identity-in-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/what-wealth-management-firms-need-from-identity-in-2026What wealth management firms need from identity in 2026: consistent verification, defensible authorization, and audit-ready records without adding client friction.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/from-escrow-to-closing-securing-every-step-of-the-home-purchase-lifecyclehttps://www.proof.com/blog/from-escrow-to-closing-securing-every-step-of-the-home-purchase-lifecycleFrom escrow to closing, identity risk touches every moment that matters. Learn how title teams use layered verification to secure the full transaction lifecycle.Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/protecting-trust-without-killing-conversion---the-secret-weapon-for-subscription-platformshttps://www.proof.com/blog/protecting-trust-without-killing-conversion---the-secret-weapon-for-subscription-platformsAcross subscription businesses, identity weaknesses are showing up as fraud losses, rising chargebacks, creator impersonation, regulatory pressure, and mounting operational strain. For platforms that touch adult entertainment in particular, those pressures are arriving faster and with higher stakes.Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/top-10-platforms-helping-credit-unions-fight-fraud-in-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/top-10-platforms-helping-credit-unions-fight-fraud-in-2026From account takeovers and synthetic identities to impersonation in contact centers and document tampering in lending workflows, credit unions are dealing with threats that traditional controls were not designed to stop. The strongest platforms today combine identity verification with fraud intelligence so credit unions can make confident decisions without adding friction for real members.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-2026-market-conditions-say-about-the-future-of-trust-identityhttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-2026-market-conditions-say-about-the-future-of-trust-identityIdentity is now being treated as core infrastructure, and the market is responding accordingly. You can see it across three distinct areas, accelerating at the same time: government contracts, private investment, and state/federal policies.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/if-your-game-has-an-economy-it-has-an-identity-problemhttps://www.proof.com/blog/if-your-game-has-an-economy-it-has-an-identity-problemGaming and gambling platforms are no longer just managing gameplay. They are managing economies, identities, and real financial risk. Fraud will continue to evolve. Bots will get smarter. Credentials will keep circulating. The platforms that stay ahead will be the ones that stop guessing and start verifying.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-to-add-identity-verification-to-your-ats-without-slowing-hiringhttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-to-add-identity-verification-to-your-ats-without-slowing-hiringIntegrating Proof with your ATS helps ensure that the person applying, interviewing, and onboarding is the same real human, without forcing teams or candidates into awkward workflows. It closes the identity gap that modern hiring fraud exploits.Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-hr-teams-are-seeing-when-it-comes-to-candidate-fraudhttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-hr-teams-are-seeing-when-it-comes-to-candidate-fraudCandidate fraud is already present in hiring processes. Most teams are not verifying candidate identities before making an offer. For HR leaders, the takeaway is not to overhaul hiring overnight or introduce unnecessary friction. It is to recognize that trust in hiring now requires identity verification at specific points throughout the process. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/identity-on-chain-what-it-could-mean-for-compliance-trust-and-the-future-of-cryptohttps://www.proof.com/blog/identity-on-chain-what-it-could-mean-for-compliance-trust-and-the-future-of-cryptoIdentity on-chain, when approached as verifiable compliance rather than de anonymization, can help bridge the gap between regulators and innovators. Digital credentials, whitelisted wallet logic, and zero knowledge proofs are not silver bullets, but they are promising components of a more scalable and principled trust architecture.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/when-ticketing-goes-digital-identity-becomes-the-risk-surfacehttps://www.proof.com/blog/when-ticketing-goes-digital-identity-becomes-the-risk-surfaceProof helps organizations establish trust at the moments in ticketing where proof of identity matters most.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/top-10-identity-verification-solutions-to-consider-in-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/top-10-identity-verification-solutions-to-consider-in-2026This guide breaks down what we think will be the top 10 IDV solutions that organizations will rely on in 2026. Each one approaches identity differently, from high-assurance proofing to global coverage, biometrics, risk analytics, or compliance-driven onboarding.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/medallion-signature-guarantees-vs-remote-online-notarization-different-tools-different-riskshttps://www.proof.com/blog/medallion-signature-guarantees-vs-remote-online-notarization-different-tools-different-risksFor organizations reviewing their workflows, the right question is not which stamp to choose. It is where each level of assurance is actually required, and where modern digital tools can reduce friction without weakening trust.Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-2025-reminded-us-about-trusthttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-2025-reminded-us-about-trustAs we reach the end of 2025, one thing stands out. Trust can no longer be treated as a one-time decision. It has to persist across interactions, adapt to context, and hold up when decisions are questioned later.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/was-this-you-the-everyday-moments-where-fraud-slips-inhttps://www.proof.com/blog/was-this-you-the-everyday-moments-where-fraud-slips-inToday’s fraud doesn’t look like a crime scene. It looks like a normal workflow with one strange detail. These small, odd moments are where the biggest losses start - and they’re getting harder to catch with traditional tools.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/medallion-signature-guarantees-explained-what-actually-matters-for-your-transferhttps://www.proof.com/blog/medallion-signature-guarantees-explained-what-actually-matters-for-your-transferMedallion signature guarantees were built for a world of paper certificates and in person processes. Modern identity assurance and digital notarization can complement these legacy tools. They can help organizations protect more of their workflows, support customers who expect digital experiences, and build better evidence about who signed what and when.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/multi-signal-fraud-detection-benchmarkshttps://www.proof.com/blog/multi-signal-fraud-detection-benchmarksPassive-only fraud modeling isn’t good enough to address modern threats. Learn how Proof's blend of passive, active, and identity network signals reduces fraud and outperforms industry benchmarks by as much as 13X.Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/top-10-candidate-fraud-and-identity-verification-tools-to-consider-in-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/top-10-candidate-fraud-and-identity-verification-tools-to-consider-in-2026This guide breaks down the top 10 candidate identity fraud and impersonation prevention tools that will lead the way in 2026.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-future-of-digital-identity-why-mdocs-verifiable-credentials-and-dids-matterhttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-future-of-digital-identity-why-mdocs-verifiable-credentials-and-dids-matterDigital identity is entering a new phase. The decade ahead is about something deeper: trustworthy, portable, cryptographically verifiable identities that work across every workflow, every system, and every institution. mDocs, Verifiable Credentials, and Decentralized Identifiers are the core standards shaping that future.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/understanding-persistent-identity-how-trust-becomes-something-you-can-reusehttps://www.proof.com/blog/understanding-persistent-identity-how-trust-becomes-something-you-can-reusePersistent identity gives organizations a reliable, reusable identity layer that works across workflows. It gives users a smoother experience without lowering security, and teams a clearer, more consistent identity signal to base decisions on.Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/introducing-persistent-identity-the-foundation-of-repeatable-trusthttps://www.proof.com/blog/introducing-persistent-identity-the-foundation-of-repeatable-trustPersistent identities allow individuals to verify their identities once, to a high-assurance standard (IAL2), and then save that identity on the Proof platform so they can quickly re-authenticate in future interactions using a simple biometric match. Now trust doesn’t have to be rebuilt from scratch. It can persist.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-hidden-cost-of-account-opening-rework-and-why-its-time-to-fix-ithttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-hidden-cost-of-account-opening-rework-and-why-its-time-to-fix-itRework slows onboarding, drains advisor time, and chips away at client trust. Here’s what it really costs retirement firms and how modern identity fixes it.Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-future-of-digital-trust-identity-backed-interactionshttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-future-of-digital-trust-identity-backed-interactionsAs deepfakes, AI impersonation, and stolen credentials grow more common, familiar signals of trust like signatures, logins, or visual ID checks are no longer enough. Trust now depends on knowing that every interaction can be tied to a verified legal identity.Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-price-of-trust-why-fraud-is-more-than-a-security-problemhttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-price-of-trust-why-fraud-is-more-than-a-security-problemIn business, trust has always been currency. In the digital economy, it has also become collateral. Every transaction, customer interaction, and data exchange now depends on a single premise: that the other party is who they claim to be. When that assumption fails, the damage does not stop at a breach. It ripples through every part of the business.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/from-days-to-minutes-how-remote-online-notarization-is-transforming-the-equipment-financing-industryhttps://www.proof.com/blog/from-days-to-minutes-how-remote-online-notarization-is-transforming-the-equipment-financing-industryManual notarization slows deals down. Teams chase signatures, wait for scheduling, and lose time to errors that surface right before delivery. With Proof, digitizing the entire customer journey from identity verification to notarizing documents results in a workflow built for today’s pace: fast for customers, transparent for teams, and secure from start to finish.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/visa-ventures-invests-in-proofhttps://www.proof.com/blog/visa-ventures-invests-in-proofToday, we announce that Visa Ventures has made a strategic investment in Proof, deepening our shared commitment to securing the digital economy.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-top-9-digital-transformation-solutions-for-credit-unions-in-2026https://www.proof.com/blog/the-top-9-digital-transformation-solutions-for-credit-unions-in-2026Digital transformation in credit unions has entered a new phase. Going digital isn’t enough anymore. The mission for 2026 is digital certainty: combining the speed and intelligence of fintech with the trust and protection your members expect.Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/hiring-in-the-digital-era-why-identity-proofing-matters-more-than-everhttps://www.proof.com/blog/hiring-in-the-digital-era-why-identity-proofing-matters-more-than-everIn hiring, the question is no longer whether identity verification matters. It is how to do it well, without creating friction for legitimate applicants or deterring great talent.Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/looking-ahead-whats-coming-for-notaries-using-proofhttps://www.proof.com/blog/looking-ahead-whats-coming-for-notaries-using-proofEvery year on November 7, we celebrate National Notary Public Day. It is a moment to recognize the essential work notaries do to uphold trust in everyday life. So our belated National Notary Public Day gift to you is an early look at what is coming next! Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/national-notary-public-day-a-thank-you-and-a-simple-way-to-earn-morehttps://www.proof.com/blog/national-notary-public-day-a-thank-you-and-a-simple-way-to-earn-moreNovember 7 is National Notary Public Day. To celebrate, we're sharing practical ways to grow reliable income right now. Not by working longer hours or compromising time with family, but by leveraging the professional relationships you've already built and nurtured.Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/gary-weingarden-joins-proof-as-chief-privacy-officerhttps://www.proof.com/blog/gary-weingarden-joins-proof-as-chief-privacy-officerProof, the leading identity authorization network, today announced that Gary Weingarden has been appointed as the company’s Chief Privacy Officer (CPO). Weingarden will lead Proof’s Global Privacy, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), and Identity Standards & Governance programs, ensuring the company’s growing platform maintains its high standards for privacy, resilience, and compliance.Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-to-migrate-to-a-new-online-notarization-provider-without-disrupting-closingshttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-to-migrate-to-a-new-online-notarization-provider-without-disrupting-closingsYour first RON platform may have failed you — but RON didn’t. See how to transition to a better online notarization solution without slowing down closings.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/money20-20-recap-the-new-standard-for-trusthttps://www.proof.com/blog/money20-20-recap-the-new-standard-for-trustMoney20/20 is always a pulse check on where financial technology is headed. Across payments, lending, banking, insurance, wealth, and digital assets, leaders told us the same thing: fraud is evolving faster than legacy defenses can keep up. The customer experience has become a differentiator, not a feature. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/trust-doesnt-end-on-day-one-continuous-identity-for-ongoing-accesshttps://www.proof.com/blog/trust-doesnt-end-on-day-one-continuous-identity-for-ongoing-accessOnboarding is only the beginning of trust. After identity is initially verified and accounts are created, identity risk does not disappear; it changes shape.Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-evolving-landscape-of-authenticationhttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-evolving-landscape-of-authenticationAuthentication is the foundation of digital security. For years, that meant little more than a password. But as threats evolve and customer expectations rise, organizations are adopting smarter, more layered ways to verify identity. In this blog, we’ll break down five leading authentication methods: what they are, how they work, and how Proof helps organizations strengthen trust across every interaction.Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/inside-the-interview-building-a-trust-framework-for-remote-onboardinghttps://www.proof.com/blog/inside-the-interview-building-a-trust-framework-for-remote-onboardingBy the time someone reaches the interview stage, your organization has already learned a lot about them on paper. The question that still matters most is the one technology alone can’t answer: is this person real? In today’s remote-first environment, that’s where risk shifts. The early filters may confirm skills and experience, but mid-funnel is where impostors try to slip through. It’s the moment when a legitimate process meets an unverified human — and where Proof keeps trust intact.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/next-level-fraud-protection-real-time-control-and-a-smoother-signing-flowhttps://www.proof.com/blog/next-level-fraud-protection-real-time-control-and-a-smoother-signing-flowProtect your business from fraud, reduce operational overhead, and give users more flexibility—without sacrificing trust.Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/bsa-for-the-digital-age-our-answer-a-policy-framework-for-digital-credentialshttps://www.proof.com/blog/bsa-for-the-digital-age-our-answer-a-policy-framework-for-digital-credentialsFinancial institutions spend billions annually verifying the same identities over and over. In our response to the U.S. Treasury's Request for Comment on Innovative Methods to Detect Illicit Finance in Digital Assets, we propose a solution: verify once, trust everywhere. Our framework doesn't just address digital assets—it reimagines Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance for the entire financial system.Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-collaborates-with-visa-to-secure-digital-transactionshttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-collaborates-with-visa-to-secure-digital-transactionsAs EMV® Contact Chip cards secure in-person transactions, trusted identities will protect digital transactions.Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/your-trusted-authorization-guardrailhttps://www.proof.com/blog/your-trusted-authorization-guardrailBuilt to protect the moment when decisions are made, agreements are signed, or funds are moved, Defend's New Fraud Model is our enterprise-grade solution for preventing identity and impersonation fraud across any digital interaction.Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/when-a-resume-isnt-enough-stopping-fraud-before-the-first-interviewhttps://www.proof.com/blog/when-a-resume-isnt-enough-stopping-fraud-before-the-first-interviewFraud now begins long before onboarding starts. The question every organization must answer is simple: Who’s really behind the resume?Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-launches-digital-credential-solution-to-power-modern-compliance-for-digital-asset-serviceshttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-launches-digital-credential-solution-to-power-modern-compliance-for-digital-asset-servicesLightspark partners with Proof to develop digital ID and sanctions credentials for regulated payments.Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-new-relationship-economyhttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-new-relationship-economyFor years, digital business has been defined by a single goal: reduce friction. Every product update was judged by how many clicks it removed or how fast it pushed customers through a flow. That mindset misses the bigger story. We are now operating in a relationship economy, where the most important measure is not speed alone but whether a business can sustain trust over time.Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/third-party-fraud-when-strangers-become-customershttps://www.proof.com/blog/third-party-fraud-when-strangers-become-customersIf first-party fraud is about customers deceiving businesses, third-party fraud is the more familiar threat. This is the classic scenario where a fraudster uses stolen information to impersonate someone else. It is what most people think of when they hear the word “fraud.”Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/first-party-fraud-when-customers-become-fraudstershttps://www.proof.com/blog/first-party-fraud-when-customers-become-fraudstersFraud is not always an external attack. In many cases it originates from the very customers a business is built to serve. This is the reality of first-party fraud: when someone uses their own identity, account, or payment credentials to defraud a company.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-the-crypto-travel-rulehttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-the-crypto-travel-ruleWhen people send money through banks, information about who is sending and who is receiving travels with the funds. This transparency allows regulators and financial institutions to spot suspicious activity and comply with global standards—whether it's a domestic wire transfer or an international remittance.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-launches-certify-the-cryptographic-answer-to-ai-generated-fraudhttps://www.proof.com/blog/proof-launches-certify-the-cryptographic-answer-to-ai-generated-fraudIntroducing a new cryptographically secure digital identity that takes authentication beyond e-signatures, and can be used to authorize anything.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/beyond-the-perimeter-how-north-koreas-it-worker-program-underscores-the-need-to-future-proof-onboarding-and-accesshttps://www.proof.com/blog/beyond-the-perimeter-how-north-koreas-it-worker-program-underscores-the-need-to-future-proof-onboarding-and-accessCybersecurity has long focused on keeping attackers out. But the latest threat from North Korea shows what happens when the attacker is already inside.Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/cracking-the-identity-code-the-unbreakable-link-between-identity-and-paymentshttps://www.proof.com/blog/cracking-the-identity-code-the-unbreakable-link-between-identity-and-paymentsFraud will never be fully eradicated, but it can be contained. Our goal should be flipping the current script: instead of scams being easy to pull off and hard to recover from, they should be hard to pull off and easier to stop in progress. By continuously verifying identity and intent – not just at login, but through the entire transaction process – financial institutions can dramatically reduce the success rate of scams. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/protecting-erisa-accounts-meeting-compliance-and-preserving-trusthttps://www.proof.com/blog/protecting-erisa-accounts-meeting-compliance-and-preserving-trustCompliance is no longer just about meeting a legal standard. It is about safeguarding assets, satisfying regulators, and preserving trust in one of the most sensitive areas of financial services.Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-leasepath-transformed-leasing-workflows-with-online-notarizationhttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-leasepath-transformed-leasing-workflows-with-online-notarizationLeasepath gives finance professionals one digital place to originate, approve, and manage leases. But to fully deliver on that vision, Leasepath needed a way to digitize the last mile of the customer journey: notarization. By embedding Notarize by Proof directly into its platform, Leasepath eliminated one of the biggest obstacles to speed and service in asset finance.Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-the-notarize-networkhttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-the-notarize-networkThe Notarize Network is more than just a roster of notaries. It’s a living infrastructure that combines human expertise with technical safeguards, designed to support the needs of both individuals and enterprises at scale.Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/from-lockouts-to-loyalty-closing-the-gaps-in-account-takeover-and-recoveryhttps://www.proof.com/blog/from-lockouts-to-loyalty-closing-the-gaps-in-account-takeover-and-recoveryAccount takeover (ATO) is not just a fraud problem. It is a customer access problem. Proof authorizes real identity at every high-risk moment, giving IT and support teams the tools to restore access quickly, stop repeat attacks, and safeguard trust without unnecessary friction.Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-every-company-needs-a-fraud-risk-operations-group-froghttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-every-company-needs-a-fraud-risk-operations-group-frogA FROG provides structure and accountability, turning reactive fraud firefighting into a coordinated defense. If your company does not have one yet, the best time to start is before you need it.Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-homestead-title-escrow-accelerated-online-closings-with-esign-and-ronhttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-homestead-title-escrow-accelerated-online-closings-with-esign-and-ronFor Homestead Title and Escrow, Proof has become more than a set of tools. It’s part of how they differentiate in a competitive market. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-social-engineering-in-a-fraud-schemehttps://www.proof.com/blog/what-is-social-engineering-in-a-fraud-schemeSocial engineering in fraud schemes refers to the deliberate manipulation of people into giving away sensitive information, transferring money, or granting access to systems they would otherwise protect. Instead of breaking down a firewall, attackers break down human defenses, and they do it with persuasion, pressure, and deception.Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-future-of-title-is-borderless-serving-buyers-and-sellers-anywhere-with-online-closingshttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-future-of-title-is-borderless-serving-buyers-and-sellers-anywhere-with-online-closingsBorderless closings are no longer a “nice to have.” They are the defining competitive advantage of the next decade. Real estate no longer happens within four walls, or even within one country. The future of title is borderless, and the companies that embrace online closings now will lead that future.Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/identity-theft-the-new-frontier-of-insurance-fraudhttps://www.proof.com/blog/identity-theft-the-new-frontier-of-insurance-fraudIncreasingly, fraudsters are using stolen or synthetic identities to slip through onboarding and claims processes. It’s a shift that underscores a bigger truth: in a digital-first world, identity has become the weakest link in insurance. And unless identity is addressed head-on, fraud will continue to scale.Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/cracking-the-identity-code-traditional-fraud-controls-fail-to-stop-scamshttps://www.proof.com/blog/cracking-the-identity-code-traditional-fraud-controls-fail-to-stop-scamsBoth of the emerging fraud trends – scams that manipulate genuine users, and users who themselves commit fraud – expose the same truth: our current fraud controls are not built to handle fraud that blurs the line between victim and perpetrator.Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/fact-vs-friction-rebuilding-trust-at-the-core-of-digital-transactionshttps://www.proof.com/blog/fact-vs-friction-rebuilding-trust-at-the-core-of-digital-transactionsAt Proof, we believe it’s time to shift the way we think about trust online. Not just as something to be earned, but as something that should be recognized, verified, and operationalized. We call this shift Fact over Friction, a design principle that puts identity in flow with the transaction, instead of in the way.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/altas-best-practices-the-guide-to-securing-your-closingshttps://www.proof.com/blog/altas-best-practices-the-guide-to-securing-your-closingsThe American Land Title Association (ALTA) recently released two guidance documents that will change how the industry combats rising rates of fraud in real estate transactions. With the newly updated Best Practices Framework (Version 4.2) and companion Identity Verification (IDV) Guidance, ALTA provides title and settlement companies a clearer understanding of how technology can safeguard your closings from fraud, forgery, and impersonation.Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-vital-records-online-modernized-ordering-certified-copy-records-with-notarize-by-proofhttps://www.proof.com/blog/how-vital-records-online-modernized-ordering-certified-copy-records-with-notarize-by-proofVRO partnered with Proof in 2020 to streamline the notarization step through a digital workflow. Now, customers start their application on the VRO site and are guided directly into Notarize by Proof. The difference is immediate.Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/ghost-students-stolen-identities-and-the-fafsa-fraud-crisishttps://www.proof.com/blog/ghost-students-stolen-identities-and-the-fafsa-fraud-crisisFraud in higher education is not hypothetical anymore. Rising tuition costs and growing reliance on federal aid have made FAFSA applications and university systems a prime target for criminals. Recent stories reveal a disturbing pattern.Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-competitive-advantage-for-title-companies-that-close-onlinehttps://www.proof.com/blog/the-competitive-advantage-for-title-companies-that-close-onlineIn today’s market, efficiency is no longer just an internal metric. It’s an external differentiator that wins clients. Online closings give title companies the ability to move at the speed clients expect while maintaining the security they demand.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-lenders-are-doubling-down-on-emortgage-tech-and-what-it-means-for-title-agentshttps://www.proof.com/blog/why-lenders-are-doubling-down-on-emortgage-tech-and-what-it-means-for-title-agentsAccording to Fannie Mae’s Q2 2025 Mortgage Lender Sentiment Survey, lenders are rethinking their priorities, and efficiency is now the top goal. The survey reveals that process improvement and cost reduction have overtaken borrower acquisition as top business priorities, a clear sign that operational streamlining is no longer optional.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMThttps://www.proof.com/blog/get-to-know-the-top-10-remote-online-notarization-platforms-in-2025https://www.proof.com/blog/get-to-know-the-top-10-remote-online-notarization-platforms-in-2025With so many platforms and overlapping features, the challenge isn’t finding a RON provider, it’s choosing the right one. We’ve reviewed the largest and most innovative RON providers in 2026, and ranked the Top 10 platforms — from reliable niche providers to enterprise-ready industry leaders.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT