4 Signs to Detect a Phone Call from an AI Voice Clone

AI voice cloning technology is improving, making it simpler for scammers to imitate loved ones or trusted persons to deceive you into handing over money or personal information.

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Unexpected calls: Be wary if you receive a call from a loved one or a coworker, especially if it comes out of the blue or at an odd hour.

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Urgent requests: Scammers frequently instil a sense of urgency to compel you into making a rapid choice.

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Unnatural speech patterns: While AI voice copying technology has advanced significantly, it is still far from ideal.

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Requests for money or personal information: Never hand out money or personal information over the phone to someone you don't know and trust, such as your Social Security number or bank account number.

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4 Signs to Detect a Phone Call from an AI Voice Clone

AI voice cloning technology is improving, making it simpler for scammers to imitate loved ones or trusted persons to deceive you into handing over money or personal information.

Unexpected calls: Be wary if you receive a call from a loved one or a coworker, especially if it comes out of the blue or at an odd hour.

Urgent requests: Scammers frequently instil a sense of urgency to compel you into making a rapid choice.

Unnatural speech patterns: While AI voice copying technology has advanced significantly, it is still far from ideal.

Requests for money or personal information: Never hand out money or personal information over the phone to someone you don't know and trust, such as your Social Security number or bank account number.

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