AARP's 2026 Scam Alert: Digital Arrest & Romance Fraud Rise
AARP reveals the five most devastating scams for 2026, as fraud losses over $10,000 quadruple. Learn how to protect yourself from digital arrest and romance scams.
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AI Fake News on UK Taxes & Freedoms Hits 8.4M Views
A Full Fact investigation reveals millions are viewing AI-generated fake videos about bogus UK taxes and curbs on freedoms. Learn how to spot the disinformation.
UK strategy tackles violence against women, targets deepfakes
The UK government has published its long-awaited strategy to tackle violence against women and girls. The plan addresses deepfake pornography and 'toxic ideas' in schools. Read the full details here.
Santander: Christmas Online Scams Soar 75%
Santander warns UK customers as festive online shopping fraud rockets. Learn how AI-powered scams are stealing Christmas and how to protect yourself.
Government unveils plans to ban AI deepfake abuse tools
Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips announces new laws to prohibit AI 'nudification' and a strategy to halve violence against women and girls. Read the full details.
Global Partnership Against Online Scams Launched in Bangkok
Thailand and UNODC launch a global initiative to fight online scams, with Meta and TikTok joining. Learn how this partnership aims to protect victims worldwide.
Government bans AI nudification tools to tackle deepfake abuse
New laws will ban AI tools that create fake nude images without consent, as part of a strategy aiming to halve violence against women and girls in a decade. Read the full plan.
German police warn of AI-generated cop scam
Hamburg police issue a warning over a sophisticated online scam using deepfake images of attractive female officers to lure men to paid websites. Authorities are taking legal action.
AI Elon Musk scam costs man $45,000, marriage
A 69-year-old Florida man lost $45,000 to sophisticated scammers using AI deepfakes of Elon Musk. The incident has reportedly led his wife to seek a divorce. Learn how to protect yourself from similar fraud.
Six Great Weekend Reads: AI, Deepfakes & Wild Wallabies
Dive into our curated selection of six compelling long reads, from the frantic AI arms race in Silicon Valley to the hunt for wild wallabies in the British countryside. Discover the stories shaping our world.
Investigation: AI Fake Doctors Push Bogus Supplements
A UK charity uncovers a network of AI-generated deepfake videos featuring real doctors promoting false health claims and supplements. Discover the alarming scale and platform failures.
Women's Campaign Changes UK Deepfake Porn Law
A determined group of women, including barrister Grace and activist Chloe, successfully campaigned for new UK legislation criminalising the creation of deepfake porn. Discover their story.
Global Taxi Scam Hotspots: US in Top 10
A new study analysing thousands of Reddit posts reveals the world's worst countries for taxi scams, with Turkey topping the list. Learn the most common cons and how to protect yourself.
Deepfake Porn Crisis Hits UK Schools
Exclusive poll reveals the shocking rise of AI-generated nude images in classrooms. One in ten teachers aware of incidents, with devastating impacts on pupils. Read the full investigation.
Musician's AI deepfake used in cruel romance scam
Birmingham musician Becky Baldwin fell victim to AI deepfake technology used to scam a Texas man out of thousands. Learn how to protect yourself from sophisticated romance fraud.
Barnaby Joyce Defection & UK AI Firm Blocks Australia
Barnaby Joyce may defect to One Nation today as a UK deepfake firm blocks Australian users after eSafety watchdog warning over AI child exploitation material.
O2's Black Friday Scam Warning for UK Users
O2 issues an urgent alert ahead of Black Friday 2025, warning millions of UK users about a surge in delivery text scams. Learn how to protect yourself.
Fraud Expert's 6 Essential Tips to Avoid Christmas Scams
A fraud expert reveals six crucial steps to protect yourself from scams this Christmas. Nearly half of Brits have nearly been duped - learn how to stay safe.
AI 'Nudification' Site Fined £50,000 by Ofcom
Ofcom fines an AI deepfake service £50,000 for failing age checks, part of a wider crackdown on online child safety. Discover the details of the investigation.
Amanda Holden's jaw-dropping confrontation with scammer
Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden left stunned as she personally confronts a fraudster using her identity in a sophisticated investment scam. Watch the shocking moment unfold.
AI 'Nudification' Site Fined £50k Over Age Checks
The firm behind an AI 'nudification' website has been hit with a £50,000 fine by Ofcom for failing to protect children. Discover the details of the UK's Online Safety Act crackdown.
Jaime Chapman's Bali Escape After Turbulent 2025
NRLW star Jaime Chapman finds peace in Bali after a year of public break-up, serious injuries, and a deepfake attack. Discover her inspiring journey to recovery.
Celebrity Romance Scams Rise During Festive Season
Banking experts warn of romance scam epidemic as fraudsters exploit loneliness during Christmas. Learn how to protect yourself from fake celebrity cons.
AI Videos Become New Election Weapon in US Politics
Political campaigns increasingly deploy AI-generated videos, raising concerns about misinformation and regulation in elections. Discover how this technology is changing democracy.
AI-Generated Faces Fool Most People, Study Finds
New research reveals most people can't tell real faces from AI fakes. Discover the five key signs to spot deepfakes and test your own skills.
Social Media Rental Scams Target Desperate Flat Hunters
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated apartment scams proliferating across social media platforms, leaving desperate renters out of pocket and homeless.
NBA star targeted by viral AI hairline deepfake
A deepfake video showing an NBA player's hairline transformation has gone viral, highlighting the growing threat of AI manipulation in sports and entertainment.
Newsom's AI Trump Ad Revolutionises Political Campaigning
California Governor Gavin Newsom deploys cutting-edge AI technology to create a controversial political advertisement featuring a simulated Donald Trump, marking a dramatic escalation in digital campaigning tactics ahead of the 2024 election.
Italian Women Targeted in AI Deepfake Porn Scandal
Thousands of Italian women discover their faces digitally manipulated onto explicit content without consent, sparking national outrage and legal battles over AI regulation and digital rights.
De Blasio AI Fake Interview Scandal Exposed
Former New York mayor Bill de Blasio exposed a sophisticated AI-generated fake interview, raising urgent questions about political misinformation and AI ethics in digital media.
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