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online-fraud
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South China Morning Postworld11 days ago
AI deepfake romance scam impersonates Dubai prince to defraud victims
Fraudsters are using real-time AI face-swapping technology to impersonate Dubai's crown prince in live video calls. Victims are drawn into extended romantic exchanges before being asked for money. Researchers have linked some operations to organized crime groups in Nigeria.
The Bbcbusiness53 days ago
Dating Start-Ups Add Verification to Reduce Fake Profiles
New services are using personal vetting and identity checks to address concerns about deception on dating platforms. Founders report turning away applicants and requiring document verification to build trust among members.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewscience94 days ago
Woman Falls Victim to Search Result Scam Involving Fake Allianz Phone Number
A woman named Rosette encountered a scam after searching for Allianz travel insurance contact information on Google and calling a listed phone number. The caller obtained her Citicard number and date of birth before disconnecting when questioned. This incident highlights search r…