Chapter 2
Online Scams
Some examples of online scams include:
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Phishing
Criminals impersonate reputable companies or government agencies, often using AI to write convincing messages with no obvious errors
Pharming
A bogus website that mimics the appearance of a legitimate one
Romance scam
Criminals fake romantic intentions, and may use AI-generated photos or fake video calls to appear real
Social media
Criminals use fake adverts and sales pages, including AI videos of celebrities appearing to endorse investments or products