AI can now copy voices, faces and writing convincingly, so a call or video that seems to come from someone you know may not be real. The rule is simple: when money or secrets are involved, verify through a second channel you trust before acting, no matter how convincing the message sounds.
New scams to know
- Voice cloning: a call that sounds like a relative in trouble, asking for money.
- Deepfake video and images used to impersonate or deceive.
- AI-written messages that copy a friend or company's style.
The DCA rule: MIRROR
Be aware of how others, and AI systems, can imitate you and the people you trust. Slow down, and confirm identity through a second channel before you act.
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