CNN 5 Things One Thing: Scammers Are in Their ‘FraudGPT’ Era
Jul 13, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, David Maimon, Head of Fraud Insights at SentiLink and a Criminology Professor, delves into the alarming rise of AI-driven scams, including the misuse of deepfake technology for impersonating public figures. He sheds light on how 'Fraud GPT' enables innovative phishing tactics that challenge law enforcement's ability to combat such frauds. Maimon emphasizes the need for awareness among individuals and outlines the responsibility tech companies hold in preventing these new-age threats.
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AI Impersonation of Marco Rubio
- A diplomatic cable revealed an AI plot to impersonate Secretary Marco Rubio, using generated voicemails and texts.
- The AI-based scam targeted high officials on Signal, causing global diplomatic alerts.
Rise of FraudGPT in 2023
- Since mid-2023, criminals have adopted generative AI tools, coining "FraudGPT" to boost scam efficiency.
- These tools automate phishing scams and fraudulent web pages, enhancing criminal operations.
AI Romance Scam Example
- A French woman lost $850,000 to an AI-generated fake Brad Pitt in a romance scam.
- Victims exhibit little suspicion despite clear signs they aren't talking to who they think.