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The Real-Time Deepfake Romance Scams Have Arrived

Apr 22, 2024
Scammers use deepfake technology in romance scams, building trust through face swapping. Discussion on the risks associated with deep fake technology and scammers' adaptability in perpetrating deception on victims with advanced AI advancements.
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  • Yahoo Boys use deep fake tech for romance scams, manipulating victims emotionally.
  • Advancements in deep fake tech make scammers' deception harder to detect, posing challenges for cybersecurity.

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Evolution of Scammers' Tactics Using Deep Fake Technology

Scammers known as Yahoo! Boys have been increasingly using deep fake technology to perpetrate romance scams. They create fake identities using face swapping technology to build trust with victims before extracting thousands of dollars from them. The scammers have evolved their techniques over the years, adapting to technological advancements like deep fake applications and artificial intelligence to enhance their deceptive practices.

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