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iPantellas Victims of AI-Powered Ad Fraud

Italian YouTubers iPantellas report unauthorized use of their content in an advertisement for the Plinko app, highlighting concerns about AI voice manipulation, fraud, and inadequate social media policies.

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Artificial IntelligenceAiCybersecurityFraudInfluencersSocialmediaIdentitytheft

IpantellasPlinkoFacebookPostal PoliceAutogol

Jacopo MalnatiDaniel MarangioloKhaby Lame

How was the iPantellas video manipulated?: The app manipulated Daniel Marangiolo's voice using AI to deliver advertising lines, and the video was modified without their consent.
What broader issues does this case highlight?: This case highlights a growing problem with unauthorized use of influencer content and the difficulty in dealing with rapidly changing apps used for fraudulent purposes.
What support did iPantellas receive from others?: They reported the incident to the Postal Police and received support from other YouTubers who have experienced similar identity theft issues.
What happened to the Italian YouTube duo iPantellas?: The Italian YouTube duo iPantellas had their videos and voices used without permission in an advertisement for the Plinko app.
What action did iPantellas take in response to the unauthorized use of their content?: iPantellas refused to share the manipulated video to avoid promoting Plinko and instead asked followers to report any instances of the ad.

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