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Tech scam alert: Fake AI trading bots led to $12. 3 million crypto fraud

May 31, 2026

A Texas man faces serious legal trouble after allegedly tricking people into investing over $12 million in a crypto scheme that promised big profits from AI trading bots. The U. S. regulator claims Nathan Fuller ran his operation through two fake companies, promising investors rapid returns—sometime

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When AI Bots Fall for Tricks: How $200K Went Missing Using Morse Code

May 8, 2026

The story begins with two AI bots—one meant to chat, the other to trade crypto—both getting fooled into handing over $200, 000. The attack didn’t involve hacking or breaking into systems. Instead, it used Morse code, a communication method over a century old, to send hidden instructions. The trick w

technology

Deepfakes hit TikTok: Celebrities used to trick viewers

April 30, 2026

AI-generated videos of famous singers like Taylor Swift and Rihanna are popping up on TikTok, but they’re not real. Scammers are behind these clips, using fake celebrity voices and faces to push sketchy offers. Most of these ads pretend to be interviews or red carpet events, but the real goal is to

finance

New AI tricks make crypto scams harder to spot

April 27, 2026

A tech founder nearly lost his crypto wallet after a fake Microsoft Teams call that looked totally real. The call included a face and voice he recognized—someone he’d spoken with before from the Cardano Foundation. Two other people joined, making the setup feel normal. When the video froze, a prompt

finance

AI Scams Grow: How to Spot and Stop Them

April 11, 2026

People are losing a lot of money to tricks that use smart computer programs. Scammers send fake calls from banks, pretend the IRS is contacting you, or post job ads that never pay. They use new tools that can copy voices and make pictures look real, so it feels like the message comes from a trusted

technology

AI Firms Face Tough Questions on Fraud Prevention

December 12, 2025

Senators Maggie Hassan and Josh Hawley have taken a stand against AI-driven scams. They sent letters to major AI companies, asking how they plan to stop fraudsters from misusing their technology. The companies include Anthropic, Google, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI, Perplexity, and xAI. The senators wan

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Taylor Swift: The Face of AI Scams

November 21, 2025

Taylor Swift has become a prime target for online scammers using AI technology. Her face and voice are frequently cloned to trick fans into sharing personal information or money. This issue is widespread, with one in ten Americans falling victim to such scams, losing an average of $525. The problem

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Celebrity AI Scams: How to Protect Yourself from Fake Endorsements

November 13, 2025

Scammers are using AI to create fake celebrity endorsements, and it's a growing problem. A recent study found that 72% of Americans have seen a fake celebrity or influencer endorsement online. Taylor Swift is the most impersonated celebrity, followed by Scarlett Johansson, Jenna Ortega, and Sydney S

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Fake Celebrity Scams: AI Gives New Shape to Deception

October 9, 2024

Having doubtful moments watching celebrities selling strange products online? You're not alone. Artificial intelligence is making it easier for scammers to use celebrity look-alikes and voice clones to trick people. McAfee has ranked Scarlett Johansson, Kylie Jenner, and Taylor Swift as the most exp