Thursday 14 March 2024

Can you spot an AI scam?

Fraudsters typically use generative AI tools, such as chatbots and software, to generate scams that may include text, video, audio and images. While this software is freely accessible and used for legitimate purposes, its increasing availability has led to a surge in AI scams. For example, scammers use voice cloning to impersonate a person's family member to ask for money.

AI is making scams more convincing and harder to detect. Check out an AI scam video to see if you're able to spot the new AI methods fraudsters use to trick you.

AI scams

Source: Which? (13 Mar 2024)

Hackers Can Steal Your Number: Here's How to Fight Back (SIM Swap Scam)

Sim swapping, also known as SIM hijacking or SIM splitting, is a sneaky way hackers can steal your money and personal information. Here'...