Australians falling victim to AI deepfake scams

Major bank issues warning on AI deepfake scams. Source: iStockphoto / Mininyx Doodle/Getty Images

If you think you can instantly spot an AI deepfake scam, you’re not alone. According to a new study by CommBank, many Australians still trust scams, allowing scammers to earn more money.

With deepfakes, technology isn’t the only problem. The real goal is to gain people’s trust.
James Roberts of Commonwealth Bank says deepfakes are now being used to impersonate people we easily believe—such as celebrities, acquaintances, or even loved ones.
According to one expert, scams themselves are nothing new. What has changed is how they are presented.

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