Dig Watch Updates - Deepfake videos of celebrities like Donald Trump are being used in a sophisticated crypto scam targeting English speakers on social media, urging users to exercise extreme caution

https://dig.watch/updates/trump-deepfake-scam-bot-targets-crypto-users

A new deepfake scam uses AI-generated videos of Donald Trump and other celebrities to promote fraudulent crypto exchanges on platforms like TikTok and YouTube.

Scammers employ a bot to create customized videos advertising fake trading platforms, leading to token theft, malware infections, and worthless tokens.

Extreme caution is urged when encountering online cryptocurrency investments, especially those featuring celebrity endorsements, to avoid becoming a victim.