Telegram apologizes to South Korea and takes down smutty deepfakes

September 4, 2024 at 12:34AM Telegram has cooperated with South Korean authorities by taking down 25 videos of sex crimes and apologizing for the content. South Korea’s Communications Standards Commission expressed hope for a productive relationship and requested an email hotline for rapid takedown requests. The situation also involves French authorities detaining Telegram’s boss over … Read more

DNC Credentials Compromised by ‘IntelFetch’ Telegram Bot

August 14, 2024 at 06:03AM The Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago faces a security threat as IntelFetch, a Telegram-based bot service, aggregates compromised credentials from DNC and Democratic Party websites. ZeroFox researchers verified stolen data, posing a risk of unauthorized access to sensitive systems. The DNC, along with attendees, is seen as potential targets … Read more

Scamnetic Emerges From Stealth With AI-Based Scam Detection Solution

August 7, 2024 at 08:54AM Scamnetic, a Tampa-based firm, has launched an AI-powered solution to detect and prevent scams in real time, including deep fake audio and video. The platform scans emails, text messages, links, QR codes, images, and physical mail to identify potential risks. It also offers scam intervention capabilities and plans to launch … Read more

AI-Powered Deepfake Tools Becoming More Accessible Than Ever

July 30, 2024 at 03:08PM Trend Micro’s research reveals the rapid evolution of AI-powered hacking services, posing increased threats to cybersecurity. The availability and sophistication of deepfake technology in the cybercrime underground are growing, providing opportunities for mass exploitation. Additionally, defunct criminal services are re-emerging with new functionalities, emphasizing the need for proactive cybersecurity measures. … Read more

Man behind deepfake Biden robocall indicted on felony charges, faces $6M fine

May 24, 2024 at 07:28PM Steven Kramer, a political consultant from New Orleans, was indicted on charges of felony voter suppression and misdemeanor impersonation of a candidate for creating a deepfake anti-Biden robocall, facing a $6 million FCC fine. Kramer used AI-generated voice cloning and caller ID spoofing technology to influence the New Hampshire Democratic … Read more

FCC Reveals ‘Royal Tiger’ Robocall Campaign

May 16, 2024 at 10:50AM The FCC has identified the robocall threat group “Royal Tiger,” led by Prince Jashvantlal Anand, with associates in India, the UK, UAE, and the US. These scams include impersonating banks and government agencies to trick victims. The rise of AI technologies makes fraudulent robocalls more dangerous, leading the FCC to … Read more