Tag: ai
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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.
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How Elon Musk Deepfakes Are Scamming YouTube Viewers
In a disturbing trend that highlights the growing sophistication of online scams, YouTube is grappling with an influx of fake Elon Musk livestreams designed to defraud cryptocurrency investors. These elaborate schemes, which often feature deepfake technology and hijacked channels, have managed to fool thousands of viewers and raise serious concerns about platform security and user…