FBI Warns of AI-Driven Scam Surge

Krutika Adani

Hackers Target U.S. Officials

Since April, scammers have used AI to impersonate senior federal and state leaders, fooling victims with fake audio messages.

FBI Issues Urgent Warning

The agency cautions that compromised accounts can be used to further target trusted contacts and steal sensitive data via phishing links.

Crypto Founders Now in the Crosshairs

Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal exposed a deepfake attack using fake Zoom calls and Telegram hacks to push victims to install malware.

No Support from Platforms Like Telegram

Nailwal criticized the lack of complaint mechanisms, as scammers continue to exploit platform gaps and impersonate key figures.

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