🚨 Deepfake Tim Cook Dupes 350,000+ in Crypto Scam During Apple Event

During Apple’s highly-anticipated “Glowtime” event on Sep. 9, scammers pulled off a major crypto heist using AI-generated deepfakes of Apple CEO Tim Cook. Over 350,000 viewers were tricked into believing they were watching an official stream, only to later realize it was a fake promoting a cryptocurrency scam. Scammers used old Tim Cook interviews, altered by AI, to mislead viewers into sending Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other cryptocurrencies to fraudulent wallet addresses. One stream even broadcasted on a verified YouTube channel named Apple US, making the scam look authentic.

The deepfake Cook called it an “ideal opportunity for beginners” to get into crypto, but it was all a ploy to steal funds. The stream featured a QR code that led users to a fake website, complete with false transaction history to make it appear that people were transferring their crypto. At one point, the scam site was still live, showcasing wallet addresses for BTC, ETH, DOGE, and USDT. Despite YouTube’s removal of the streams, this incident highlights how scammers continue to misuse the platform, leveraging verified accounts to appear legitimate.

Deepfake Fraud is On the Rise: A Bitget report from June 2024 revealed a 245% surge in deepfake scams this year, with losses totaling $80 billion. This alarming trend has regulators proposing new bills to hold AI providers accountable, requiring origin details in all AI-generated content.

Takeaway: As deepfake technology evolves, so do the dangers. Crypto users should remain extra cautious, especially when high-profile figures appear to endorse investments that seem too good to be true.

Stay safe with @Professor Mende - Bonuz Ecosystem Founder , and always double-check sources before transferring any funds!

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