Tag #Romance Scam

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bbc.com

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Dec 20, 04:10

Deepfake Romance Scam Costs Elderly Woman £17,000

A 77-year-old Edinburgh woman lost £17,000 to a romance scammer using deepfake videos; the scammer, posing as "Alla Morgan," convinced her of a relationship and extracted money for fabricated needs, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered fraud.

Deepfake Romance Scam Costs Elderly Woman £17,000

A 77-year-old Edinburgh woman lost £17,000 to a romance scammer using deepfake videos; the scammer, posing as "Alla Morgan," convinced her of a relationship and extracted money for fabricated needs, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered fraud.

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How did the scammer exploit the victim's vulnerabilities to execute the fraud successfully?

This scam highlights the increasing sophistication of online fraud using AI. The deepfakes successfully built trust, overcoming MacLeod's initial skepticism, and exploiting her vulnerability after losing her parents and ending a long-term relationship. The scammer's persistence in contacting MacLeod even after the scam was discovered indicates a systemic issue of advanced fraud techniques.

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Nov 18, 13:03

Australian Woman on Trial in Japan for Drug Smuggling

An Australian woman accused of smuggling amphetamines into Japan claims she was tricked by an online romance scam.

Australian Woman on Trial in Japan for Drug Smuggling

An Australian woman accused of smuggling amphetamines into Japan claims she was tricked by an online romance scam.

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What are the main accusations against Donna Nelson, and what is her defense?

Donna Nelson, an Australian woman, appeared in a Japanese court accused of smuggling amphetamines. She claims she is a victim of an online romance scam and was tricked into carrying the drugs.

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