Six arrested for AI-powered investment scams that stole $20 million
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- Alleged Deepfake Investment Scam in Spain Defrauds 208 Victims of €19 million ($20.9 million)
event | 10 Apr 2025 | 82%
Spanish police arrested six individuals allegedly behind a €19M ($20.9M) global investment scam powered by AI. The operation used deepfake ads featuring national celebrities to deceive victims, many of whom were selected through targeting algorithms. Scammers posed as financial advisors and fake officials, cycling through romance baiting, investment fraud, and recovery scams. AI-generated content amplified trust and engagement.