Unknown scammers
Incidents involved as both Developer and Deployer
Incident 83920 Reports
AI-Driven Phishing Scam Uses Spoofed Google Call to Attempt Gmail Breach
2024-10-07
Scammers used an AI-generated voice to impersonate a Google representative in an attempt to steal Gmail account credentials from security expert Sam Mitrovic. The AI-driven phishing call used a spoofed Google phone number and a fabricated email, making the scam appear legitimate. Mitrovic noted that the caller’s professional demeanor, coupled with AI-generated speech and a Google-related number, could easily deceive unsuspecting users.
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Over 400 AI-Driven Scams Reportedly Led to $8M Loss for Australians in 2023
2024-03-01
In 2023, Australians lost over $8 million to scams involving deepfake videos and fake news articles that falsely endorsed investment trading platforms. Scammers used AI-generated content featuring celebrities to mislead victims, leading to significant financial losses. The National Anti-Scam Centre received over 400 reports of these incidents. One man is reported to have lost over $80,000 in cryptocurrency.
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Incident 62630 Reports
Social Media Scammers Used Deepfakes of Taylor Swift and Several Other Celebrities in Fraudulent Le Creuset Cookware Giveaways
2023-12-26
Scammers reportedly made deepfakes of Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Joanna Gaines, Lainey Wilson, Ree Drummond, Oprah, Jennifer Lopez, Trisha Yearwood, Martha Stewart, and Blake Shelton promoting a Le Creuset giveaway. These AI-generated ads, appearing on Meta and TikTok, falsely claimed users could receive free cookware by paying a small shipping fee. Victims were unknowingly enrolled in a costly monthly subscription.
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Scammers Using Deepfakes of Women's Faces and Voices for False and Offensive Advertisements
2024-03-28
Scammers used AI tools from HeyGen and ElevenLabs to create deepfake videos of influencers Michel Janse, Olga Loiek, Shadé Zahrai, and Carrie Williams, misusing Lana Smalls's voice in Williams's case. These videos promoted offensive products and false messages, in some cases targeting nationalist Chinese men to boost China-Russia ties, causing emotional distress and damaging the victims' reputations.
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Scammers Use Deepfake of Hong Kong Entertainer Andy Lau to Steal NT$2.64 Million from Fan
2024-06-27
Scammers defrauded a woman in New Taipei City of NT$2.64 million (US$81,116) by impersonating Hong Kong entertainer Andy Lau using a deepfake. The scam convinced the victim, a long-time fan, through a video call that "Lau" needed funds for a visit to Taiwan. The victim wired the money, but her family suspected a scam and involved the police. An alleged scammer was arrested after attempting to collect a staged cash payment. The AI deception caused significant financial harm to the victim.
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Scammers Using AI to Impersonate Small Businesses
2024-04-01
Scammers are using AI to impersonate small businesses by copying their videos, logos, and social media posts. They create fake listings and ads, diverting customers to cheap knockoffs or stealing their money. This has severely impacted businesses like Bee Cups, Darn Tough Vermont, and Cascade hummingbird feeders, leading to significant financial losses, negative reviews, and damaged reputations. Their deployment of AI makes it challenging for small businesses to combat these fraudulent activities.
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