Meta is under fire again after its artificial intelligence tools enabled the creation of deepfake chatbots impersonating famous celebrities, such as Taylor Swift, Scarlett Johansson, Anne Hathaway and […]
AI Deepfakes Threaten Digital Authenticity in the Web3 World
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has dramatically changed how we create and consume content. While AI tools like text-to-speech generators and image editors offer exciting new possibilities, […]
Crypto Scam Rise Fueled by Deepfakes, Driving $4.6 Billion in Losses
A new report reveals alarming statistics: global crypto scam losses surged by 24% year-over-year to reach a staggering $4.6 billion. This increase is attributed to the use of […]
Deepfake Scams Rise, 87 Rings Dismantled in Q1 2025
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has fueled a surge in AI-enabled scams. In the first quarter of 2025, authorities dismantled 87 deepfake-driven scam rings, according to a […]
AI Safety at the Forefront: A Crucial Conversation About Ethics & Deepfakes
As artificial intelligence tools become increasingly accessible, their impact on our digital world continues to grow rapidly. For those working in the dynamic cryptocurrency space, understanding the broader […]
Trump Signs Landmark Act to Combat AI-Generated Deepfakes and Revenge Porn
A new federal law signed by President Trump marks a significant step towards tackling the issue of non-consensual explicit images online. The Take It Down Act, aimed at […]
Trump Enacts Bill Criminalizing Nonconsensual AI Porn
US President Donald Trump signed legislation criminalizing nonconsensual use of artificial intelligence (AI) to create pornographic deepfakes. This new law, known as the TAKE IT DOWN Act, also […]
Trump Signs Law to Combat Deepfakes and Online Abuse
President Donald Trump signed the bipartisan ‘Take It Down Act,’ targeting AI-generated content abuse, at the White House on May 20, 2025. The law aims to counter deepfake […]
FBI Warns of New Deepfake Threat Targeting US Officials
The FBI has issued a warning about the rising threat of AI-powered deepfakes, highlighting their potential for deception and data theft. These synthetic audio and visual manipulations are […]
Deepfake Scams Target U.S. Officials and Crypto Leaders
Sophisticated deepfake technology is being weaponized by cybercriminals to target high-profile individuals in the United States, including government officials and crypto founders. The FBI has issued a warning […]
FBI Warns of AI Deepfake Scammers Targeting US Officials
The FBI has issued a warning about an escalating threat from AI-powered scammers impersonating U.S. government officials since April 2025. These individuals are utilizing deepfake voice calls and […]
Polygon Co-founder Warns of Deepfake Scams Targeting Crypto Founders
Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder of Ethereum sidechain Polygon, has sounded the alarm about a new wave of scams targeting crypto entrepreneurs using deepfakes. He revealed that scammers have been […]
AI Deepfakes of Binance Ex-CEO Raise Fraud Concerns in Cryptocurrency
A new development has sparked concerns within the cryptocurrency community, as an AI-generated video seemingly replicates the voice and actions of former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ). The […]
Binance CEO Warns of AI-Generated Deepfakes in Powerful Message
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) issued a stark warning about the escalating threat of deepfakes, sharing a video snippet that showcased uncanny resemblance to his voice and Mandarin […]
The Rise of Deepfakes and Disinformation Threatening Business
A recent conversation at a South African braai highlighted the stark reality: truth is no longer a given. As we navigate an era where falsity feels familiar, social […]