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AI voice cloning technology is increasingly exploited by criminals to impersonate individuals, particularly targeting vulnerable populations like seniors. Scammers often pose as family members in distress, leveraging emotional manipulation to extract money. The FBI reported that seniors lost approximately $3.4 billion to various financial scams in 2023, highlighting the urgency of addressing this issue.
To combat these scams, experts recommend establishing a family 'safe word' to verify identities during calls. This simple yet effective measure can prevent victims from falling prey to emotional manipulation. By ensuring that family members know to ask for this safe word before providing any financial assistance, individuals can significantly reduce their risk of being scammed.
• AI voice cloning tools enhance the believability of scams.
• Seniors lost $3.4 billion to financial crimes in 2023.
This technology is exploited in scams to impersonate loved ones convincingly.
Scammers utilize this technique to pressure victims into making hasty financial decisions.
Establishing a safe word can help prevent scams by ensuring that callers are who they claim to be.
Their insights highlight the importance of maintaining a strong security posture to avoid falling victim to such fraud.
Their recommendations on using safe words are crucial in preventing identity theft and scams.
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