| Voice Cloning Scam Leaves NYC Parents in Shock New York City parents have been left in shock after a sophisticated scam targeting them was uncovered. Scammers have been using artificial intelligence to dupe parents into giving them large sums of money, with the help of voice cloning technology. The scam begins with scammers getting a hold of recorded audio of the parents' child. They then use the audio to create a convincing AI-generated clone of their voice. The scammers then call the parents and pretend to be their child, asking them to give them $15,000. According to the New York Post, victims of the scam have been warned to be extra vigilant and watch out for any suspicious calls. The New York Police Department have advised parents to ask the caller to confirm details that only their child would know. However, it's not just parents that are at risk from this type of scam. Voice cloning technology is becoming increasingly advanced and could be used in a variety of situations. It's important for everyone to be aware of this technology and the potential dangers that it poses. |