Identity & impersonation
Impersonation, urgent payment requests, and voice cloning.
- How can AI voice cloning be used in scams?
Scammers can mimic a relative’s voice to demand urgent money. Agree a family code word and verify through another channel before transferring.
- How do I verify an urgent payment request?
Stop. Contact the person or organisation on a known number or official app—not via the chat that asked for money. Never move funds to a “safe account.”