INVSC023 Deep fakes and other scams: your guide (402 words)

This article explores how generative AI is being weaponised by scammers, how to recognise the warning signs, and what steps you can take to stay safe.

Sally’s daughter Emma was holidaying in Bali when Sally received a voice message:

“Mum it’s Emma. I’m in trouble.
Can you urgently put five thousand dollars into my account?
My bank details are…”

Sally recognised Emma’s voice, and knowing that her daughter was overseas, she was very concerned.
Fortunately, for Sally, she’d recently heard about a spate of scam voice messages and was immediately on her guard. She phoned Emma and spoke with her directly, confirming that the voice message was indeed fake – the type known as Vishing.