Generative AI: Scammers will use artificial intelligence more in 2025 to make their schemes harder to detect, experts say [Video]

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — As we embark on 2025, scammers are expected to continue to target your money and identity.

Thanks to technology, it’s becoming harder for you to detect the difference between a scam and what’s real. This year more than ever you need to be on guard when it comes to your money and personal information.

According to the Global Anti-Scam Alliance, consumer lost more than $1 trillion to scams in 2024. In 2025, AI-generated scams are expected to be a top scam.

“What’s disturbing about it specifically is the quality of the sites. Obviously, scammers are getting better, using generative AI in producing more and more realistic site,” said Karin Zilberstein with Guardio, a browser extension that identifies fake websites and other malware.

She said Guardio has discovered several AI-generated websites, creating fake websites impersonating the government and other well-known businesses

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