Tag: ai
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The Phone Call Sounded Just Like Her Daughter. It Was a Scam.
Imagine getting a call from an unknown number. You answer—because they won’t stop calling—and on the other end is your child, sobbing and terrified. You can hear her. She says she’s been in an accident. She hands the phone to a man who says she messed with the wrong person. That the cops can’t be…
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How Scammers Are Using AI to Perfect Pig Butchering Scams
Imagine you meet someone online who’s charming, supportive, and takes a genuine interest in your life. As the conversations flow, you think you’re building a real connection. But little do you know, on the other side of the screen might not even be a real person. Scammers are now harnessing the power of AI to…
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How Do People Get Tricked Into Thinking They’re Talking to a Celebrity?
Ever wondered how someone could fall for a scam where they think they’re chatting with a celebrity like Jennifer Aniston? Trust me, it happens more often than you think! Let’s dive into three key reasons why people end up believing they’re in a relationship with a celebrity.
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How a $25 Million Deepfake Scam Fooled a Finance Exec
Imagine receiving a video call from your company’s chief financial officer (CFO), someone you’ve worked with for years. The call feels urgent but genuine—after all, the person on the other side looks, sounds, and behaves exactly like your boss. This scenario, however, turned out to be a high-tech trap for one finance worker in Hong…
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The Rise of AI Kidnapping Scams and How to Stay Safe
Imagine this: You’re going about your day, maybe finishing up some chores or getting ready for dinner, when your phone rings. The number’s unfamiliar, but something in the back of your mind tells you it might be important. So, you pick up. And then your world stops. On the other end, you hear the voice…
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What the Incoming Wave of AI Scams Will Look Like
We’re entering a new era of scams, and if you’re not prepared, you’re going to get burned. AI isn’t just changing how we work and communicate – it’s also giving scammers powerful new tools to separate you from your hard-earned money.