South Korea is tightening its crackdown on deepfake scams, with the spotlight now on the Telegram platform, which has become a popular tool for distributing fake video and audio material.
How does deepfake scam work?
Deepfake scammers use artificial intelligence to create realistic fake videos and audio, imitating the voices and appearance of real people. They then use this material to trick victims into transferring money or performing other actions.
Telegram, known for its anonymity and encryption, has become an attractive tool for scammers. They can easily create channels, distribute fake materials and remain undetected.
Measures to combat deepfake fraud
South Korean authorities are taking a number of measures to combat this problem:
Telegram Cooperation: Authorities are trying to persuade Telegram to cooperate in the fight against fraud by providing information about channels distributing deepfake materials.
Legislative changes: The government is considering tightening legislation to combat deepfake fraud.
Education: Authorities are actively conducting campaigns to raise public awareness about deepfake technologies and methods of protection against fraud.
What to do to protect yourself from deepfake scams
Be vigilant: Do not trust video or audio materials that seem suspicious, even if they look realistic.
Verify information: Try to find confirmation of information from other sources.
Don't rush to transfer money: If someone asks you to transfer money based on a Deepfake video or audio, don't rush to fulfill the request.
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