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AI-Driven Romance Scams: Deepfakes and 'Yahoo Boys'

Dwain.B

20 Apr 2024

Nigerian Fraud Rings Embrace AI to Enhance Online Deception

Romance scammers, particularly Nigeria's "Yahoo Boys," are increasingly using AI-generated deepfakes to commit fraud. These scams have resulted in significant financial losses, duping victims out of millions by manipulating emotions and trust. The scammers have evolved their tactics, incorporating sophisticated AI technologies to create realistic video and audio deepfakes, making detection even more challenging for unsuspecting individuals.


Read more about this development and how to spot deepfakes in romance scams here.

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