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Criminals are leveraging AI technology to create voice clones of individuals, enabling sophisticated scams. A recent survey by McAfee revealed that 25% of adults across multiple countries have fallen victim to AI voice scams, with a staggering 77% of those losing money. This alarming trend highlights the need for awareness and protective measures against such identity theft tactics.
Fraudsters can generate convincing voice simulations using just a few seconds of audio, often sourced from social media. The implications are vast, as scammers can impersonate loved ones, bosses, or professionals like real estate agents and lawyers, making it crucial for individuals to recognize the signs of a voice scam. Establishing code words and verifying calls can significantly reduce the risk of falling prey to these deceptive tactics.
• AI voice scams have affected 25% of adults in a recent survey.
• Fraudsters can create voice clones using just a few seconds of audio.
Voice cloning involves creating a synthetic voice that mimics a real person's speech patterns and tone.
AI programs can process audio clips to generate realistic voice simulations for fraudulent purposes.
Large language models are advanced AI systems that can generate human-like text and speech, enhancing the realism of voice scams.
McAfee is an antivirus software company that conducts surveys on cybersecurity threats, including AI voice scams.
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