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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rebecca Whittaker

AI voice scams mimic family and friends to steal money – this is how to spot deepfake calls

Criminals are using AI to mimic the voices and faces of scam victims’ family and friends to make them more susceptible to handing over money.

Technological advances in AI deepfake calls, messages and videos are making it harder to trust a familiar voice, recognisable face or even a number that appears on caller ID.

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