Friday, 28 June 2024

Scammers exploiting the election

The general election – taking place on 4 July – presents a particular risk of cybercrime for UK voters, politicians and electoral officials.

A June investigation by the Bureau of Investigative Journalism (TBI) found more than 8,000 ads on Facebook featuring AI-manipulated videos and false information about politicians. From deepfakes of the prime minister to dodgy websites, here's what to watch out for this election season.

Election scams

Source: Which? (26 Jun 2024)

https://bexleywatch.blogspot.com/2026/03/working-together-for-safer-bexley.html

Scams to watch out for right now

Stay in the know about scams that are currently targeting people across the UK. Our experts share real examples and telltale signs to look o...