Artificial intelligence scams are becoming a growing concern across Louisiana as AI-generated videos and voices flood social media feeds. What started as harmless fun with funny clips and creative videos has evolved into a serious cybersecurity threat.
Experts warn that deep-fake scams are now being used to trick people in Shreveport, Bossier City, and beyond into sending money, sharing personal information, or investing in fake opportunities.
Cybersecurity companies like AVG are raising awareness about what they call a new trust issue for the internet. The technology behind AI videos has improved so quickly that it can now convincingly mimic public figures, business leaders, and even family members.
What Are AI Deep -F ake Scams?
Deep-fake scams use artificial intelligence to create realistic but fake videos or audio recordings. In many cases, scammers impersonate someone you recognize and trust.
Common AI scam types include:
Crypto scams: Fake videos of celebrities or financial personalities promoting “double your money” cryptocurrency giveaways…