AI Scam Watch
AI makes scams more convincing than ever. Learn to recognize and protect yourself from AI-powered fraud.
Stay vigilant: These scams can fool anyone—even technical experts.
Why This Matters
AI tools can now create fake videos, clone voices, and write perfect phishing emails. Traditional warning signs no longer work.
How to Protect Yourself
Verify through official channels, be skeptical of urgency, and trust your instincts. If something feels off, it probably is.
Get Help
Each scam alert includes country-specific resources for reporting fraud and getting support if you've been targeted.
Critical RiskMost Dangerous
AI-Powered Identity Theft
Criminals use AI to create fake IDs, forge documents, and impersonate victims with synthetic voices and images to steal identities at scale.
Deepfake Extortion and Blackmail
Criminals create fake compromising videos or images of victims using AI, then demand payment to prevent distribution.
Deepfake Video Scams
Scammers use AI-generated fake videos of celebrities, executives, or family members to manipulate victims into sending money or revealing sensitive information.
Voice Cloning Scams
Criminals use AI to clone voices from short audio samples, then call victims pretending to be loved ones in distress.
High RiskWidespread Threats
AI Crypto Pump-and-Dump Scams
Scammers use AI-generated hype, fake influencers, and bots to manipulate cryptocurrency prices, then disappear with investors' money.
AI Government Agency Impersonation
Scammers use AI-generated calls, emails, and websites impersonating the IRS, Social Security, immigration, and other agencies to steal money and personal information.
AI Voice Authentication Bypass
Criminals use cloned voices to bypass voice-based security systems, taking over bank accounts, email, and other services.
AI-Enhanced Romance Scams
Scammers use AI chatbots and generated images to create fake romantic relationships and extract money.
AI-Generated Phishing Emails
Sophisticated phishing emails created by AI that are grammatically perfect and highly personalized.
CEO Fraud (Business Email Compromise)
Scammers impersonate executives via email requesting urgent wire transfers, often using AI to craft convincing messages.
Fake AI Investment Advisor Scams
Scammers pose as AI-powered investment advisors promising personalized wealth management, then disappear with victims' money.
Fake AI Investment Schemes
Scammers exploit AI hype to sell fake investment opportunities, promising unrealistic returns from AI trading bots or startup equity.
Fake AI Trading Bot Scams
Scammers promote 'AI-powered' trading bots promising guaranteed returns, stealing deposits or charging fees for worthless software.
Medium RiskStay Alert
AI Social Media Impersonation and Fake Accounts
Scammers create fake social media accounts using AI-generated photos and content to impersonate real people or create fake identities for scams.
AI Tech Support and Customer Service Scams
Scammers use AI-powered chatbots and voice systems to impersonate legitimate tech support, tricking victims into paying for fake services or installing malware.
AI-Enhanced Employment and Recruitment Scams
Scammers post fake job listings and use AI to conduct fake interviews, stealing personal information and money from job seekers.
AI-Enhanced Rental and Real Estate Scams
Scammers use AI to create fake property listings with realistic photos, virtual tours, and convincing landlord personas to steal deposits.
AI-Generated Fake Charity and Disaster Relief Scams
Scammers create fake charities using AI-generated content and exploit disasters to steal donations meant for victims.
AI-Generated Fake Review Manipulation
Businesses and scammers use AI to generate thousands of fake reviews to manipulate ratings, deceive consumers, and promote low-quality products.
Fake AI Customer Service
Scammers create fake customer service chatbots or phone numbers to steal credentials and financial info.
Fake AI Legal Services and Document Scams
Scammers offer cheap AI-powered legal services, providing invalid documents or bad advice that creates legal problems for victims.
Fake AI Medical Advice and Health Scams
Scammers promote dangerous AI health apps, fake diagnoses, or miracle cures, profiting while putting victims' health at risk.
Fake AI Tool Scams
Fraudulent AI tools that steal data, install malware, or charge for non-existent services.
Fake Job & AI Interview Scams
Fake job postings and AI-powered interview scams stealing personal information or money for training.
Low RiskBe Aware
AI Academic Fraud Services
Services selling AI-written essays or fake AI detection bypass tools, risking academic integrity violations.
AI-Powered Catfishing and Fake Dating Profiles
Scammers use AI-generated photos and chatbots to create fake dating profiles, leading to emotional manipulation and sometimes financial scams.
Fake AI Influencer Endorsement Scams
Scammers create fake influencer endorsements using AI-generated videos and posts to promote scam products or services.
Learn More About AI Safety
Understanding how AI works helps you spot AI-powered scams. Explore our guides on AI safety, privacy, and responsible use.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes. Scam tactics evolve rapidly. Always verify suspicious communications through official channels.
Get help: If you've been targeted by a scam, report it to your local authorities and the resources listed in each scam alert.