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AI Scams on the Rise

Updated 2026-10-19 00:10 UTC 2 sources Negative

Trading standards officers warn that AI is being used to super-charge existing scams through clones and fake websites. This has prompted increased public awareness campaigns.

Coverage timeline — 4 articles

CNBC

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BBC News

Don't fall for this - how to protect yourself from AI scams

Trading standards officers say AI is "super-charging" existing scams through clones and fake websites.

2026-10-18 23:24 UTC

BBC News

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