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Deepfake Technology Fuels Surge in Romance Fraud Schemes

Jan 21, 2025 · 4 min read

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Contributing Author: Brian Koechner, CPA, CFE, ABV, CAMS

In the News: Deepfake Technology Fuels Surge in Romance Fraud Schemes

Background:

In today's digital age, finding love online has become increasingly common. But alongside genuine connections, there's a growing threat that's both unsettling and dangerous: scammers using advanced technologies to deceive and defraud unsuspecting individuals.

Recently, we've seen a significant rise in the use of deepfake technology in romance fraud. Deepfakes are synthetic media created using artificial intelligence

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