How to outsmart AI voice-cloning scams
AI voice-cloning scams are a growing threat, using artificial intelligence (AI) to replicate voices and deceive individuals. These scams often involve a phony distress call designed to tug at heartstrings and your wallet, tricking victims into sending money to help a "loved one" in a fabricated emergency. This article explains what AI voice-cloning is, how these scams work, and provides essential tips on how to stop AI voice scams in their tracks, protecting yourself and your community from financial loss and emotional distress. By understanding the tactics used by scammers and implementing proactive measures, you can outsmart AI voice-cloning and prevent becoming a victim. What’s an AI voice-cloning scam? An AI voice-cloning scam involves using artificial intelligence (AI) to create a Deepfake Audio replica of someone's voice. Scammers use this cloned voice to impersonate individuals, often in a phony distress call scenario. They might pretend to be a grandchild, sibl...