Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- Deepfake technology used in cryptocurrency fraud impersonating Elon Musk
- Scammers target individuals with cryptocurrencies using fake videos
The article discusses the rise of online scams involving deepfake technology in the cryptocurrency world, specifically targeting individuals with the impersonation of Elon Musk. The scam circulated a video claiming to be from Musk offering a cash reward for opening accounts on a digital currency website. However, the video was quickly exposed as a deepfake generated through artificial intelligence programs. Scammers exploit the lack of knowledge in cryptocurrency laws and security to deceive individuals, often using famous personalities like Musk to lure victims into fraudulent schemes.
One recent incident involved the hacking of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin’s account, where scammers posted links promising free tokens and then stole victims’ assets. The use of deepfake technology allows scammers to create convincing videos with famous personalities, making it challenging for users to distinguish between what is real and fake in the online world of cryptocurrency.
