How Artificial Intelligence is Being Used to Trick People

AI Scams

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that can be used for good or evil. In recent years, there has been a rise in AI scams, where criminals use AI to trick people into giving them money or personal information.

One of the most common types of AI scams is the voice cloning scam. In this scam, criminals use AI to create a voice that sounds like a loved one. They then call the victim and pretend to be that loved one, in distress and needing money. The victim is often so shocked and worried that they send the money without question.

Another type of AI scam is the deepfake scam. In this scam, criminals use AI to create a fake video or image of a person. They then use this video or image to impersonate that person and commit fraud. For example, they might create a fake video of a CEO announcing a stock split, in order to drive up the price of the stock.

AI scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and it can be difficult to tell if you are being scammed. However, there are some things you can do to protect yourself:

• Be wary of any calls or emails from people you don't know.?If you receive a call or email from someone claiming to be a loved one in distress, hang up and call the person back directly.
• Be suspicious of any videos or images that look too good to be true.?If you see a video or image of someone that looks like they have been digitally altered, don't share it.
• Only give out personal information to people you trust.?If you are asked for your personal information, such as your Social Security number or bank account number, hang up and contact the company directly.

By being aware of AI scams and taking some simple precautions, you can protect yourself from becoming a victim.

Here are some additional tips to help you avoid AI scams:

• Do not answer calls from numbers you do not recognize.?If you do answer, do not give out any personal information.
• Be suspicious of emails that contain links or attachments.?Do not click on links or open attachments unless you are sure they are safe.
• Keep your software up to date.?Software updates often include security patches that can help protect you from scams.
• Be careful what you share on social media.?Scammers can use information you share on social media to target you with scams.