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Real-Life Case: A young Kenyan man was recruited in Thailand, only to discover he was being forced to scam others under threat of violence. AI now enhances such operations by creating highly convincing communications that further entrap victims.
3. Advanced Phishing Campaigns Using AI
Phishing emails have long been a threat, but AI takes them to a new level. With tools like ChatGPT, scammers can produce tailored, grammatically sophisticated emails that appear authentic.
Example: A scammer posing as a Texas real estate investor might convincingly talk the talk, leveraging AI to understand local slang, market trends, and even craft personalized outreach. The result? More convincing scams that are harder for the average person to detect.