You probably think you're reasonably savvy when it comes to online scams — you wouldn't open a random email attachment or send money to a Nigerian prince — but of course, scams evolve with new technology.
AI is making these attacks easier to carry out at scale while also introducing personalization that makes the scams harder to detect. So in today's video, we'll discuss some of the most common AI-enabled scams and how you can protect yourself.
First, there's voice duplication: You may receive a voicemail from a number you don't recognize that sounds like a family member or friend asking you to Venmo them to pay for a car breakdown, medical issue, or something else.
In these situations, don't try to spot a fake voice — instead, look out for unfamiliar email addresses or phone numbers. If you receive a message from someone you know using an account you don't recognize, contact them as you normally would to make sure they approve the request or are actually okay with it.
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