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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Justin Price

Google Issues Urgent Scam Warning: Millions at Risk as Criminals Use AI to Steal Money, Data and Identities

Cybersecurity experts warn scammers are exploiting AI enthusiasm and holiday shopping rush to target consumers with realistic fake sites and apps.

As the holiday shopping season accelerates, scammers are deploying increasingly sophisticated schemes to separate consumers from their money. According to the Global Anti-Scam Alliance, 57 per cent of adults experienced a scam in the past year, with 23 per cent reporting money stolen. This November, Google's latest fraud advisory warns of several emerging threats that could impact your finances.

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