ChatGPT-4o can be used for autonomous voice-based scams

November 3, 2024 at 11:31AM Researchers at UIUC revealed that OpenAI’s ChatGPT-4o can be exploited for financial scams, achieving a 20-60% success rate. The study highlighted the need for better safeguards against misuse, as voice automation allows for large-scale operations with minimal cost. OpenAI is enhancing defenses in its newer models to combat these threats. … Read more

AI Pulse: Election Deepfakes, Disasters, Scams & more

October 31, 2024 at 04:02PM In the lead-up to the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, AI-generated misinformation, including deepfakes, threatens electoral integrity. State actors and cybercriminals exploit synthetic media for disruption, slander, and extortion. Effective detection tools and public awareness are critical, as fake content can have persistent emotional impacts even after debunking. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more

Voice-enabled AI agents can automate everything, even your phone scams

October 24, 2024 at 02:39AM OpenAI’s real-time voice API can enable AI agents to autonomously conduct phone scams at low costs, raising significant concerns about misuse. Researchers found that these agents could successfully execute various scams, revealing potential vulnerabilities in AI safety measures. OpenAI emphasizes its commitment to safety and monitoring to prevent abuse. **Meeting … Read more

Interpol operation arrests 3,500 cybercriminals, seizes $300 million

December 19, 2023 at 02:13PM ‘Operation HAECHI IV’ led to the arrest of 3,500 suspects for lower-tier cybercrimes, seizing $300 million in illicit proceeds. South Korea led the operation with 34 countries’ support. The operation targeted various cybercrimes, froze 82,112 bank accounts, and seized $199 million in hard currency and $101 million in digital assets. … Read more