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AI Scams on the Rise

Updated 2026-05-10 03:05 UTC 1 source Neutral

AI is increasingly being used to create convincing scam calls, making them harder to detect. Recent stock market gains are attributed to positive earnings and economic data.

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CNBC

AI-powered scam calls are getting more convincing—and more common: 'It was her voice, I know her scared cry'

AI can now mimic a familiar voice in seconds, making scam calls harder to spot.

2026-05-09 13:00 UTC

CNBC

S&P 500 extends winning streak to 6 weeks. What drove the stock market gains

Investors cheered positive earnings, economic data, and a high-profile AI partnership.

2026-05-09 20:18 UTC