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  1. #1223 · 3 reports

    Purportedly AI-Generated Deepfake Ads on Facebook Reportedly Impersonate Trump, Musk, Ocasio-Cortez, Warren, Sanders, and Leavitt to Promote Fraudulent Rebates AIID ↗

    A Tech Transparency Project investigation identified purportedly AI-generated deepfake ads on Facebook impersonating President Trump, Elon Musk, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, and Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The ads allegedly promoted fake $5,000 government rebates and similar scams, reportedly misleading users and generating ad revenue for Meta before removal.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Operating Meta Ad Accounts, Senior Health Daily Usa (Advertiser), Rfy News Group (Advertiser Network), Relief Eligibility Center (Advertiser), Meta, I Love My Freedom (Advertiser), Health Benefits For Seniors (Advertiser), Hannah Grace (Advertiser), Get Covered Today (Advertiser), Freedom Asset Advocates (Advertiser), End The Wokeness (Advertiser), Asking America (Advertiser), American Relief Programs (Scam Network), Scammers · Developer: Meta, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Public Trust, Meta Users, Karoline Leavitt, Instagram Users, General Public, Facebook Users, Epistemic Integrity, Elon Musk, Elizabeth Warren, Elderly Individuals, Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio Cortez

  2. #1283 · 3 reports

    Purported AI-Enabled Pro-Russian Influence Campaign Centered on Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traoré and Disseminated Across African Media AIID ↗

    Reports describe a purported AI-enabled influence and disinformation campaign centered on Burkina Faso's junta leader Ibrahim Traoré. Dozens of purported AI-generated or AI-manipulated videos, allegedly produced by groups such as Black Rebellion and Univers Inspirant, have circulated widely across African media promoting pro-Traoré and pro-Russian narratives, with similar synthetic content appearing during regional conflicts and political events.

    Deployer: Wagner Group, Univers Inspirant, Pro Kremlin Actors, Pro Ibrahim Traore Information Ecosystem, Government Of Russia, Black Rebellion, Africa Corps, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers · Harmed: Journalists, General Public Of Sudan, General Public Of Niger, General Public Of Mali, General Public Of Burkina Faso, General Public Of African Nations, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, General Public Of West Africa, Democratic Integrity

  3. #1214 · 1 report

    Donald Trump Reportedly Posts Purported AI-Modified Video of Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries During U.S. Government Shutdown Talks AIID ↗

    President Donald Trump reportedly posted a purportedly AI-modified video on Truth Social depicting Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer making fabricated statements and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in a sombrero. Critics, including Jeffries and Rep. Ro Khanna, reportedly condemned the video as racist and misleading during budget negotiations over a looming government shutdown. The AI tool used for modification has not been identified.

    Deployer: Donald Trump · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Presidential Norms, Hakeem Jeffries, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity, Chuck Schumer

  4. #1229 · 1 report

    Gold Coast Man Reportedly Ordered to Pay $343,500 After Posting Purported Deepfake Pornographic Images of Australian Public Figures AIID ↗

    In a first-of-its-kind case under Australia's Online Safety Act, the Federal Court ordered Anthony Rotondo to pay $343,500 plus costs for creating and sharing nonconsensual deepfake pornographic images of prominent Australian women on MrDeepFakes.com. After reportedly receiving a removal notice in 2023, Rotondo defied authorities, emailed the images to dozens of recipients, and was later found in contempt. The images were reportedly taken down after he provided account access to investigators.

    Deployer: Synthetic media creators, MrDeepFakes.com, Deepfake creators, Anthony Rotondo · Developer: Synthetic video generation technology developers, Synthetic media generation technology developers, Synthetic image generation technology developers, Deepfake technology developers · Harmed: Women and girls, Women, Public figures, Prominent Australian women, General public of Australia, General public, Epistemic integrity

  5. #1435 · 2 reports

    Purportedly AI-Edited Obscene Clip Reportedly Impersonated Thai Actor Khunnapat Pichetworawut in Paid Scam AIID ↗

    Thai actor Khunnapat Pichetworawut reportedly said scammers used AI to edit his face and private chat images into an obscene video purportedly presented as a leaked clip of him and sold access through private groups for about 800–1,000 baht. Reports say the material circulated on X.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating Khunnapat Pichetworawut, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers · Harmed: Khunnapat Pichetworawut, Epistemic Integrity

  6. #1215 · 1 report

    Gaggle Alert Reportedly Leads to Arrest of 15-Year-Old in Volusia County, Florida, for School Threat the Student Claimed Was Not Serious AIID ↗

    A 15-year-old student in Volusia County, Florida, was reportedly detained after the Gaggle student monitoring system flagged a written shooting threat on a school-issued laptop. The student reportedly claims the threat was not serious. The alert reportedly led to the student's arrest on felony charges. The system appeared to operate as designed but reportedly resulted in criminal enforcement against a minor.

    Deployer: Volusia County Sheriff's Office, Volusia County Schools, Gaggle · Developer: Gaggle · Harmed: Unnamed 15-year-old student at Deltona High School, Students, Privacy, Minors, Educational communities

  7. #1207 · 2 reports

    Purported AI-Generated Deepfake of Irish Fine Gael Presidential Candidate Heather Humphreys Used in Fake Investment Videos on Meta Platforms AIID ↗

    Purported deepfake videos reportedly circulated on Meta platforms cloning Irish Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Humphreys to allegedly portray her endorsing high-return investment schemes. The purportedly AI-generated image and voice cloning aimed to exploit public trust and lure consumers into fraud. The Bank of Ireland warned of further scams and risks.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating Heather Humphreys, Quantum Ai, Quantum Ai Scammers, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Heather Humphreys, General Public Of Ireland, Fine Gael, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity

  8. #1202 · 1 report

    Russian Disinformation Campaign Reportedly Used AI-Generated Posts and Videos to Target 2025 Moldovan Parliamentary Elections AIID ↗

    Researchers and European officials reported that Russian operatives have been using purportedly AI-generated posts, videos, and websites to influence Moldova's September 2025 parliamentary elections. Networks of over 900 accounts across TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, and YouTube have reportedly spread fabricated narratives, including reportedly misogynistic and false smears of President Maia Sandu.

    Deployer: Storm 1679, Storm 1516, Russian State Linked Actors, Matryoshka, Influence Operation Groups, Information Manipulation Actors, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors · Developer: Large Language Model Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers · Harmed: National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Moldovan Voters, Moldovan Democratic Institutions, Maia Sandu, General Public Of Moldova, General Public, European Union, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity

  9. #1366 · 1 report

    Philippines Senate Hearing Featured Reports of Purported AI-Generated Deepfake Pornography Targeting Actress Angel Aquino and Content Creator Queen Hera's Daughter AIID ↗

    In Manila, actress Angel Aquino reportedly said in a hearing how AI-generated deepfake porn video unlawfully used her face. She reportedly testified at a Senate hearing led by Sen. Risa Hontiveros and urged punishment for creators and those sharing the purported deepfakes. Influencer Queen Hera also reported a deepfake image of her daughter on the dark web; tools and perpetrators were reportedly not identified.

    Deployer: Synthetic media creators, Deepfake creators · Developer: Synthetic video generation technology developers, Synthetic media generation technology developers, Synthetic image generation technology developers, Deepfake technology developers · Harmed: Women and girls, Women, Victims of non-consensual deepfakes, Victims of deepfake child abuse, Victims of deepfake abuse, Queen Hera's daughter, Queen Hera, Privacy

  10. #1195 · 1 report

    Nigeria-Based YouTube Network Allegedly Uses AI Voiceovers and Anchors to Amplify Pro-Kremlin Narratives AIID ↗

    A network of five Nigeria-based YouTube channels reportedly drew millions of views while purportedly amplifying Kremlin-aligned narratives. The channels allegedly used AI-generated anchors and synthetic voiceovers to present repurposed interviews with pro-Russian commentators Scott Ritter and Douglas Macgregor. Attribution of the network's motives and funding remains uncertain, with reported possibilities ranging from freelance monetization to proxy involvement in influence operations.

    Deployer: Unverified Kremlin Proxy Involvement, Possible Third Party Contractors, Nigerian Youtube Network Operators (A B C), @Peace Crusader Youtube Channel, @Gloryincombat Youtube Channel, @Freshinfoinsight Youtube Channel, @Daddymaxwell77 Youtube Channel, @Conflictcompas Youtube Channel · Developer: Unknown Ai Generated Avataranchor Technology Developer, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Youtube Viewers, Youtube'S Platform, United States, Ukraine, Israel, General Public, European Union, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Democratic Integrity

  11. #1255 · 1 report

    Purported Deepfake Reportedly Circulated on Facebook Impersonating Thai PBS World Anchors and Business Figures to Solicit Investments AIID ↗

    A purported deepfake video circulating on Facebook allegedly used AI-generated visuals and voice synthesis to impersonate Thai PBS World anchors and prominent business figures, promoting a fraudulent "Crystallum AI" investment promising fivefold returns. The original clip was reportedly traced to a 2013 NHK report, but it misused logos and likenesses.

    Deployer: Crystallum Ai, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Toss Chirathivat, Thai Social Media Users, Thai Pbs World, Thai Investors, Thai Chamber Of Commerce, Patchari Raksawong, Kalin Sarasin, General Public Of Thailand, Central Group (Thailand), Epistemic Integrity

  12. #1201 · 3 reports

    Anthropic Reportedly Identifies AI Misuse in Extortion Campaigns, North Korean IT Schemes, and Ransomware Sales AIID ↗

    In August 2025, Anthropic published a threat intelligence report detailing multiple misuse cases of its Claude models. Documented abuses included a large-scale extortion campaign using Claude Code against at least 17 organizations, fraudulent remote employment schemes linked to North Korean operatives, and the development and sale of AI-generated ransomware. Anthropic banned the accounts, implemented new safeguards, and shared indicators with authorities.

    Deployer: Ransomware As A Service Actors, North Korean It Operatives, Government Of North Korea, Cybercriminals · Developer: Anthropic · Harmed: Religious Institutions, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Healthcare Organizations, Government Agencies, General Public, Fortune 500 Technology Companies, Epistemic Integrity, Emergency Services, Consumers Targeted By Ransomware

  13. #1372 · 1 report

    Houston Gun Store Co-Owner Allegedly Used AI to Create Sexually Explicit Deepfake Images of a Social Media Influencer AIID ↗

    A Houston man and gun-store co-owner, Jorge Abrego, was reportedly arrested after investigators alleged he created fake social media accounts impersonating a TikTok influencer and produced nonconsensual sexually explicit media depicting her using purported generative AI image editing tools. The victim reported anxiety, humiliation, reputational damage, and financial loss. Court records say Abrego admitted creating the accounts and images.

    Deployer: Jorge Abrego · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Unnamed Tiktok Influencer, Epistemic Integrity

  14. #1315 · 2 reports

    Purportedly AI-Generated Nude Images of Middle School Students Reportedly Circulated at Louisiana School AIID ↗

    Purportedly AI-generated sexually explicit images depicting a 13-year-old student and other middle school students were reportedly created and circulated at a Louisiana school. The images were shared via social media and shown to students on campus, resulting in ongoing harassment and psychological harm. After the images were displayed on a school bus, the affected student became involved in a physical altercation and was expelled.

    Deployer: Unnamed Students At Sixth Ward Middle School · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Students At Sixth Ward Middle School, Families Of Students At Sixth Ward Middle School, Students, Middle School Students, Educational Communities, Epistemic Integrity

  15. #1203 · 1 report

    Carter County, Montana Man Reportedly Charged for Creating AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material AIID ↗

    Prosecutors in Montana reportedly charged Shy Herbert McCutchan with felony counts of sexual abuse of children, alleging he used an AI tool to manipulate images of a local child. Authorities said the purportedly AI-altered material was discovered through cloud backups linked to his accounts. The case is among the first in Montana to apply new laws targeting AI-generated or manipulated child sexual abuse content.

    Deployer: Shy Herbert Mccutchan · Developer: Generative Ai Developers · Harmed: Unnamed Montana Child, Unnamed Family Of Montana Child, Minors, General Public Of Montana, General Public

  16. #1189 · 1 report

    Joann Fabrics Shoppers Reportedly Defrauded by AI-Generated Scam Sites, Part of Purported Wave of ~100,000 Fake Domains Across 194 Brands AIID ↗

    Consumers were allegedly defrauded by AI-generated scam websites impersonating Joann Fabrics following the retailer's bankruptcy. The alleged impostor sites reportedly used Joann's branding to steal credit card details and personal data and leaving victims without products. Cybersecurity firm Netcraft estimated that nearly 100,000 domains created with AI tools were impersonating 194 brands, accounting for a reported 6–7% of global phishing activity.

    Deployer: Cybercriminals, Scammers · Developer: Generative Ai Developers · Harmed: Consumers, Shoppers, Customers, General Public, Joann'S Fabrics, Companies Whose Domains And Websites Are Impersonated By Scammers

  17. #1227 · 2 reports

    New Zealand Financial Markets Authority (FMA), Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko, Reportedly Flags Purported Deepfake Pump-and-Dump Network Using Social Media Ads AIID ↗

    The New Zealand Financial Markets Authority (FMA), Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko, reportedly warned of a global AI-enabled "pump-and-dump" scam that used purported deepfake videos of prominent New Zealand business leaders in Facebook and Instagram ads to lure investors into fake WhatsApp investment groups. Victims were allegedly urged to buy low-value foreign shares to inflate prices, then defrauded through a follow-on "recovery" scam.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating New Zealand Business Leaders, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Investors, Impersonated New Zealand Business Leaders, General Public Of New Zealand, General Public

  18. #1185 · 1 report

    South Korean Actor Kim Seon-ho's Likeness Allegedly Misused in Purported Deepfake Impersonation Attempts Demanding Money AIID ↗

    Fantagio Entertainment, the agency of actor Kim Seon-ho, reportedly warned of recent impersonation scams and purported deepfake videos allegedly misusing his likeness and demanding money. The agency stated that neither Kim nor his staff would solicit funds or personal information, and pledged legal action.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating Kim Seon Ho, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Kim Seon Ho, Fans Of Kim Seon Ho, General Public Of South Korea

  19. #1187 · 1 report

    Google AI Overviews and ChatGPT Reportedly Cited Fraudulent Cruise Hotline, Allegedly Enabling Successful Scam AIID ↗

    Google's AI Overviews allegedly surfaced a fraudulent customer service number for Royal Caribbean. Consumer Alex Rivlin reportedly called the number, spoke with an impostor, and provided his credit card, later incurring $768 in fraudulent charges. The same number reportedly appeared in ChatGPT results and was linked to Disney and Princess cruises, purportedly showing how scammers are manipulating AI outputs to amplify longstanding hotline scams.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating Royal Caribbean, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Disney Cruise Line, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Princess Cruises, Scammers · Developer: Google, Openai · Harmed: Alex Rivlin, Royal Caribbean, Royal Caribbean Customers, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line Customers, Princess Cruises, Princess Cruises Customers, General Public

  20. #1408 · 2 reports

    Purported Oprah Deepfake Reportedly Induced Utah Woman to Buy Misrepresented Weight Loss Supplements AIID ↗

    A Utah woman, Lisa Swearingen, reported paying more than $400 for weight loss supplements after seeing online ads featuring a purported Oprah Winfrey deepfake endorsement. When the product arrived, she said its primary ingredient was turmeric rather than the advertised formula.

    Deployer: Prozenith, Unknown Advertisers, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Lisa Swearingen, Oprah Winfrey, People Seeking Medical Advice, People Seeking Weight Loss Supplements, Epistemic Integrity

  21. #1397 · 2 reports

    Deepfakes Reportedly Impersonated David Taylor-Robinson and Other UK Health Experts to Promote Wellness Nest Supplements AIID ↗

    In the UK, purported deepfake videos reportedly impersonated Professor David Taylor-Robinson and other health experts on TikTok and other platforms to promote supplements linked to Wellness Nest. The videos allegedly altered real footage and cloned voices to spread misleading medical claims about menopause, misuse identifiable individuals' likenesses, and expose viewers seeking health advice to health misinformation and deceptive marketing.

    Deployer: Synthetic media creators, Scammers impersonating David Taylor-Robinson, Scammers, Deepfake creators · Developer: Synthetic media generation technology developers, Synthetic audio generation technology developers, Deepfake technology developers · Harmed: Women seeking menopause advice, Women and girls, Women, Victims of impersonation scams, People seeking medical advice, Epistemic integrity, David Taylor-Robinson

  22. #1165 · 3 reports

    Grok Imagine Reportedly Produces Nonconsensual Taylor Swift Deepfake Nudes Without Explicit Prompting AIID ↗

    The Verge reported that xAI's Grok Imagine video generator allegedly produced nonconsensual deepfake nudes of Taylor Swift without explicit prompting. Journalist Jess Weatherbed reportedly stated the images appeared the first time she used "spicy" mode on a Coachella-themed prompt, without attempting to circumvent safeguards.

    Deployer: Xai · Developer: Xai · Harmed: Taylor Swift, Jess Weatherbed, Grok Imagine Users

  23. #1237 · 1 report

    Alleged Deepfake Video of Anthony Albanese Promotes Fake AUFIRST 'Tax Dividend' Trading Platform AIID ↗

    Purported deepfake videos of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, featuring a synthetic voice with an American accent, were reportedly used in scam advertisements on YouTube in mid-2025. They reportedly claimed that Australians could earn thousands per month through an automated cryptocurrency trading platform called AUFIRST, framed as a government "tax dividend." Viewers were reportedly directed to a fraudulent site and urged to invest $400.

    Deployer: Unknown Aufirst Platform Scam Operators, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Anthony Albanese, General Public Of Australia, Investors, Australian Investors

  24. #1168 · 1 report

    Purportedly AI-Generated Image of British Army Colonels Captured in Ukraine Reportedly Circulates in Russian Media AIID ↗

    Purported Russian-aligned outlet EADaily published an unverified claim that two British Army colonels had been captured in Ukraine, supported by a reportedly AI-generated image that contained visual and textual anomalies, and the named individuals ("Edward Blake" and "Richard Carroll") reportedly do not appear in UK military records. No credible evidence reportedly supports the claim; it was allegedly amplified by aligned websites and political figures as part of a disinformation pattern.

    Deployer: Russian Aligned Actors, Eadaily, Misinformation Spreaders, Information Manipulation Actors · Developer: Image Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Relations Between The United Kingdom And Russia, General Public Of Ukraine, General Public Of Russia, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Journalistic Integrity

  25. #1161 · 3 reports

    Airbnb Host Reportedly Accused of Using Purportedly AI‑Altered Photos in False Damage Claim AIID ↗

    A London-based Airbnb guest was reportedly accused by a New York host of causing over £12,000 in damages. The host reportedly submitted photos of the alleged damage, which the guest reportedly claims were digitally manipulated or possibly AI‑generated. Airbnb is reported to have initially sided with the host, ordering payment, but later refunded the guest in full following an appeal.

    Deployer: Unnamed Airbnb Host · Developer: Image Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Unnamed Airbnb Guest, Airbnb Customers

  26. #1288 · 3 reports

    Purported Deepfake Video and Fake News Articles Allegedly Used to Impersonate Guernsey's Chief Minister in Investment Scam AIID ↗

    Scammers allegedly used AI-generated deepfake video, fabricated images, and fake local news articles to impersonate Guernsey Chief Minister Lindsay de Sausmarez and promote a non-existent investment scheme. Authorities reportedly warned that the materials falsely depict her endorsing the opportunity. Police advised residents to disregard the posts and avoid providing personal or financial information.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating Lindsay De Sausmarez, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers · Harmed: Lindsay De Sausmarez, General Public, General Public Of Guernsey, Epistemic Integrity

  27. #1289 · 3 reports

    Malta's Prime Minister Robert Abela Reportedly Deepfaked by a Ukrainian National in Cryptocurrency Fraud Targeting Local Residents AIID ↗

    A 24-year-old Ukrainian woman, Kateryna Izotkina, was reportedly arrested in Malta after allegedly using an AI-generated deepfake video of Prime Minister Robert Abela to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme. According to investigators, victims were misled into transferring tens of thousands of euros, including one who reportedly lost €53,250. Police conducted a controlled delivery and detained the suspect, who has been charged with fraud, money laundering, and related offenses.

    Deployer: Maria Lipinski, Kateryna Izotkina, Money Launderers, Scammers, Deepfake Creators · Developer: Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Robert Abela, Investors In Malta, Investors, General Public Of Malta, General Public, Epistemic Integrity

  28. #1150 · 1 report

    Purported Deepfake of Barack Obama's Detention Reportedly Amplified by Donald Trump via Truth Social AIID ↗

    Donald Trump reportedly reposted an AI-generated deepfake video on Truth Social depicting former President Barack Obama being arrested by FBI agents in the Oval Office. The video was reportedly posted first on TikTok and used manipulated footage of a 2016 meeting between Trump and Obama. It reportedly included scenes of Obama kneeling, being handcuffed, and later shown in a prison jumpsuit. The video also reportedly featured edited audio and visual elements drawn from real political statements.

    Deployer: Unknown Tiktok User, Donald Trump · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers · Harmed: Barack Obama, Office Of The President Of The United States, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity

  29. #1208 · 6 reports

    North Korea's Kimsuky Group Reportedly Uses AI-Generated Military ID Deepfakes in Phishing Campaign AIID ↗

    Genians reported a phishing campaign by North Korea's Kimsuky group using purportedly AI-generated deepfake military ID cards. Emails reportedly impersonating South Korean defense institutions carried ZIP files with forged IDs whose photos were reportedly created using generative AI. When opened, hidden malware reportedly executed, downloading scripts disguised as Hancom Office updates. This reportedly marked an evolution in Kimsuky's tactics, using AI decoys to boost social engineering.

    Deployer: Velvet Chollima, Thallium, Reconnaissance General Bureau, Kimsuky Group, Group 0094, Emerald Sleet, Black Banshee, Apt43, Government Of North Korea · Developer: Openai · Harmed: South Korean Defense Personnel, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Government Of South Korea, General Public Of South Korea, Epistemic Integrity

  30. #1455 · 2 reports

    Purported Deepfake Videos Allegedly Impersonated Optometrist Joseph Allen to Promote Myopia-Reversal Eyedrops on TikTok AIID ↗

    Optometrist and online educator Joseph Allen ("Dr. Eye Health") reported that AI-generated videos using his likeness and voice were circulated on TikTok to promote eyedrops purportedly claiming to reverse myopia. The alleged scam misrepresented Allen's views and discouraged visits to eye-care professionals. They reportedly resurfaced after a takedown.

    Deployer: Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: People Seeking Medical Advice, Joseph Allen, Followers Of Dr. Eye Health, Epistemic Integrity, Dr. Eye Health

  31. #1147 · 1 report

    Purportedly AI-Generated Videos Impersonate Brunei Police in 'Real Money Magic' Scam on Social Media AIID ↗

    The Royal Brunei Police Force issued a public warning about purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos impersonating police officers on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. The videos allegedly promote a fraudulent investment scheme known as "Real Money Magic," reportedly claiming guaranteed financial returns. Authorities report that scammers use synthetic video and audio to gain victims' trust and induce money transfers. The scam has not been linked to any official institutions.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Targeting The Royal Brunei Police Force, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Royal Brunei Police Force, General Public Of Brunei

  32. #1391 · 2 reports

    Azerbaijani Media Agency Reportedly Warned Purported Deepfake Videos Attributed to Defense and Foreign Ministers Claimed Belarusian Plane Was Downed in Russian Airspace AIID ↗

    Azerbaijan's Media Development Agency reported that purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos circulated on social media appearing to show statements by Azerbaijan's defense and foreign ministers (Zakir Hasanov and Jeyhun Bayramov, respectively) about the alleged downing of a Belarusian aircraft in Russian airspace. The agency reportedly denied the videos were authentic and called them an information manipulation effort aimed at misleading public opinion.

    Deployer: Information Manipulation Actors · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers · Harmed: Zakir Hasanov, Jeyhun Bayramov, Government Of Azerbaijan, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders

  33. #1148 · 2 reports

    Purported Deepfake Scam Videos Depict JG Summit Holdings President and CEO Lance Gokongwei Allegedly Endorsing Illicit Investments AIID ↗

    The Securities and Exchange Commission of the Philippines reportedly warned of deepfake scam videos and audio purportedly depicting Lance Gokongwei, President and CEO of JG Summit Holdings, endorsing fraudulent crypto and forex investments. Victims are reportedly tricked into entering credit card details and OTPs on a platform allegedly based in Cyprus.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating Lance Gokongwei, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Lance Gokongwei, Jg Summit Holdings, General Public Of The Philippines

  34. #1220 · 2 reports

    LAMEHUG Malware Reportedly Integrates Large Language Model for Real-Time Command Generation in a Purported APT28-Linked Cyberattack AIID ↗

    Ukraine's CERT-UA and Cato CTRL reported LAMEHUG, the first known malware to integrate a large language model (Qwen2.5-Coder-32B-Instruct via Hugging Face) for real-time command generation. Attributed with moderate confidence to APT28 (Fancy Bear), the malware reportedly targeted Ukrainian officials through phishing emails. The LLM is reported to have dynamically generated reconnaissance and data-exfiltration commands executed on infected systems.

    Deployer: Fancy Bear, Apt28 · Developer: Hugging Face, Alibaba · Harmed: Ukrainian Government Officials, Ukrainian Government Ministries, State Institutions Targeted By Espionage Operations, Public Sector Information Systems, National Cybersecurity Infrastructure Of Ukraine, Government Of Ukraine, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders

  35. #1217 · 1 report

    Purportedly AI-Cloned Voice of Daughter Used in Elaborate Bond Scam Targeting Retired Couple in Hillsborough County, Florida AIID ↗

    A Hillsborough County, Florida, woman was reportedly defrauded of $15,000 in an alleged AI-enabled scam. The perpetrators are reportedly said to have used an AI-generated voice clone of the woman's daughter to impersonate her during a phone call and demand bond money.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammer Impersonating The Daughter Of Sharon Brightwell, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Sharon Brightwell, Unnamed Daughter Of Sharon Brightwell

  36. #1153 · 1 report

    Purported Deepfake Video of Donald Trump at NATO Summit Allegedly Used in YouTube Crypto Scam AIID ↗

    Multiple YouTube Live streams reportedly featured a purported AI‑generated deepfake video depicting U.S. President Donald Trump at a NATO Summit press event. In the video, Trump reportedly appears to promote a Bitcoin "double-your-money" offer, directing viewers to scan an on‑screen QR code and send cryptocurrency to a specified address. The video was reportedly not authentic and is alleged to have been part of an ongoing YouTube-based crypto scam campaign.

    Deployer: Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: General Public, Cryptocurrency Investors, Donald Trump, Nato Summit Organizers, Nato

  37. #1142 · 1 report

    Chicago Veteran Reportedly Loses $10,000 in Purported Deepfake Cryptocurrency Fraud Posing as Elon Musk AIID ↗

    A Chicago-area Vietnam War veteran, Richard Lyons, reportedly lost $10,000 to a cryptocurrency scam that used purported AI voice cloning and fake social media profiles to impersonate Elon Musk. The fraudster allegedly convinced Lyons to invest in bogus cryptocurrency opportunities using fake voice memos, images, and spoofed caller IDs showing "Elon Musk." The scam reportedly involved dozens of messages and deepfake audio files that reinforced the impersonation.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammer Impersonating Elon Musk, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Richard Lyons, Cryptocurrency Investors

  38. #1136 · 3 reports

    Purported Widespread Use of AI-Generated Deepfake Videos Impersonate Malaysian Leaders in Investment Scams AIID ↗

    Purported AI-generated deepfake videos depicting Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and other officials, political leaders, and business leaders have reportedly been used to promote fraudulent investment schemes. A total of 13,956 cases were reported last year, with RM2.11 billion allegedly lost to these scams. Victims were allegedly misled by hyper-realistic fake endorsements circulated via Facebook, WhatsApp, and Telegram. Scammers allegedly adapt quickly, generating new deepfakes when co

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Targeting Malaysian Public Figures, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, Tan Sri Robert Kuok, Malaysian Public Figures, Malaysian Political Leaders, Malaysian Business Leaders, General Public Of Malaysia, Epistemic Integrity, Anwar Ibrahim

  39. #1132 · 1 report

    Delhi Man Reportedly Arrested for Sharing Purportedly AI-Morphed Obscene Images of Ex-Girlfriend AIID ↗

    A 21-year-old man in Delhi was reportedly arrested for allegedly using AI morphing tools to create obscene images of his ex-girlfriend and distributing them through fake Instagram accounts. Police said he impersonated her, used real photos, and targeted her followers to harass and defame her after their breakup. The accused evaded detection by reportedly using multiple unverified Instagram handles.

    Deployer: Unnamed 21 Year Old Male Suspect From Delhi · Developer: Image Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Unnamed Ex Girlfriend Of 21 Year Old Male Suspect From Delhi

  40. #1235 · 1 report

    Chinese-Backed Operation Reportedly Used AI-Generated Deepfake Videos of Indian Stock Experts in Investment Fraud Campaign AIID ↗

    Mumbai Cyber Police reportedly uncovered a coordinated investment fraud campaign that used purported deepfake videos of Indian stock market experts to mislead investors. Between July 1 and July 18, 2025, the videos reportedly circulated on social media as paid promotions by a Bengaluru-based firm, Valueleaf, allegedly contracted by a Hong Kong company, First Bridge. Four individuals were arrested.

    Deployer: Valueleaf, First Bridge · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Unnamed Indian Stock Market Experts, Indian Investors, Investors, General Public Of India

  41. #1135 · 1 report

    Preprints Reportedly from Researchers from Multiple Universities Allegedly Contain Covert AI Prompts AIID ↗

    Hidden prompts reportedly were discovered in at least 17 academic preprints on arXiv that purportedly instructed AI tools to deliver only positive peer reviews. The lead authors are reportedly affiliated with 14 institutions in eight countries, including Waseda University, KAIST, Peking University, and the University of Washington. The alleged concealed instructions, some of which were reportedly embedded using white text or tiny fonts, were purportedly intended to influence any reviewers who re

    Deployer: Unnamed Peer Reviewers, Unnamed Conference Paper Reviewers · Developer: Large Language Model Developers · Harmed: Peer Review Process, Academic Integrity, Academic Conferences, Research Community

  42. #1451 · 1 report

    Purportedly AI-Generated Facebook Video Allegedly Misused Skënder Brataj and Blendi Fevziu to Promote Purported Miracle Cream in Albania AIID ↗

    A purportedly manipulated AI-generated video reportedly circulated on Facebook misusing the likenesses of emergency physician Skënder Brataj and journalist Blendi Fevziu to promote a purported "miracle" cream. Reporting indicated that some citizens believed the content and contacted or visited emergency services seeking treatment.

    Deployer: Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Skender Brataj, Public Trust In Medical Guidance, People Seeking Medical Advice, General Public Of Albania, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Blendi Fevziu

  43. #1134 · 2 reports

    Reported Deepfakes of Ukrainian Deputy PM Olha Stefanishyna Allegedly Supporting Fictional Mobilization Plan for Women AIID ↗

    In late June 2025, Russian Telegram channels reportedly circulated deepfake videos claiming that Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna backed mandatory mobilization of up to one million Ukrainian women starting September 1. Officials reportedly debunked the claim, confirming no such plans or laws exist. The disinformation operation reportedly aimed to incite panic and destabilize Ukraine's domestic situation.

    Deployer: Synthetic media creators, Russian Telegram channels, Russian disinformation channels, Pro-Russian information manipulation actors, Information manipulation actors, Government of Russia-aligned actors, Deepfake creators · Developer: Synthetic video generation technology developers, Synthetic media generation technology developers, Synthetic audio generation technology developers, Deepfake technology developers · Harmed: Women of Ukraine, Women and girls, Women, Public figures, Politicians in Ukraine, Politicians, Olha Stefanishnyna, National security and intelligence stakeholders

  44. #1133 · 1 report

    Reported AI-Generated Audio of Ukrainian Commander Andriy Biletsky Used in Russian Disinformation Campaign AIID ↗

    In late June 2025, Russian Telegram channels reportedly circulated a video containing a purportedly AI-generated audio track impersonating Ukrainian commander Andrii Biletskyi. The audio clip reportedly claimed Ukrainian authorities deliberately avoid identifying fallen soldiers to withhold compensation. Verification reportedly showed the voice was synthetic and mismatched with original May 16 footage of Biletskyi. Hive Moderation reportedly confirmed the audio was overwhelmingly AI-generated.

    Deployer: Russian Telegram Channels, Russian Disinformation Channels, Government Of Russia Aligned Actors, Information Manipulation Actors, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Military Of Ukraine, Government Of Ukraine, General Public Of Ukraine, Families Of Military Personnel In Ukraine, Epistemic Integrity, Andriy Biletsky

  45. #1124 · 1 report

    Alleged Unauthorized Deepfake AI Clones of Ravish Kumar Used to Spread Purportedly Fabricated News on YouTube AIID ↗

    Prominent Indian journalist Ravish Kumar reported that multiple YouTube channels are using purported deepfakes to mimic his face and voice, spreading fabricated and nonsensical news in his name. Kumar warned viewers not to trust these channels, filed complaints with YouTube, and is awaiting action.

    Deployer: Unknown Youtubers Impersonating Ravish Kumar · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Ravish Kumar, Fans Of Ravish Kumar, Youtube Users, General Public Of India, Epistemic Integrity

  46. #1121 · 1 report

    Alleged AI Deepfake Videos Used to Lure Simcoe County, Ontario Residents in Crypto Scam AIID ↗

    Multiple residents in Simcoe County, Ontario, have reportedly lost tens of thousands of dollars each after encountering purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos online that depict trusted public figures endorsing crypto investments. According to MP Adam Chambers and local reports, these manipulated ads misled victims into transferring funds through legitimate exchanges to fraudulent wallets.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Targeting Simcoe County, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: General Public Of Simcoe County, General Public Of Ontario, General Public Of Canada, Canadian Cryptocurrency Investors, Elderly Investors

  47. #1122 · 22 reports

    Reportedly Sustained Multi-Celebrity Deepfake Persona Scam Targeting Vulnerable Southampton Resident AIID ↗

    Over about five months in 2025, Paul Davis, a Southampton, UK man, reports that he was repeatedly targeted by scammers using purported deepfake videos and images of celebrities including Jennifer Aniston, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Ellie Goulding. The perpetrators allegedly rotated personas to sustain a romance and prize scam, extracting £200 in gift cards. This case suggests a new shift from one-off celebrity deepfakes to persistent, multi-persona targeting of a single vulnerable victim.

    Deployer: Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Paul Davis, General Public Of United Kingdom, General Public Of Southampton United Kingdom, Emotionally Vulnerable Individuals, Jennifer Aniston, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Ellie Goulding

  48. #1119 · 2 reports

    Alleged Deepfake Videos Impersonate Lithuanian Politicians and Doctors in Purported Cross-Border Scam Network AIID ↗

    An alleged series of high-quality AI-generated deepfake videos reportedly mimicked Lithuanian TV segments, politicians, and doctors to promote fraudulent health products and anti-vaccine disinformation. Distributed mainly via Facebook, the videos reportedly reached audiences in up to 15 EU countries. Fact-checkers and cybersecurity experts reportedly described the campaign as part of a coordinated scam network designed to extract money by impersonating trusted public figures and media outlets.

    Deployer: Unknown International Scam Network Operating Across Multiple Eu Countries, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Aurelijus Veryga, Vytautas Kasiulevicius, Social Media Users In Lithuania, General Public Of Lithuania, General Public Of The European Union

  49. #1240 · 1 report

    Purported AI-Generated Deepfake of Infosys Co-Founder N. R. Narayana Murthy Used in Investment Scam Allegedly Defrauding 79-Year-Old Bengaluru Woman of ₹35 Lakh (~$40,000) AIID ↗

    A 79-year-old woman ("Archana") in Bengaluru was reportedly defrauded of ₹35 lakh (~$40,000) in a purportedly AI-enabled investment scam that used deepfake videos of Infosys co-founder N. R. Narayana Murthy to promote a fake trading platform. The scammers allegedly built a convincing website and pressured the victim over eight months to make escalating payments. They allegedly later attempted extortion by threatening her with a fake money-laundering case before police became involved.

    Deployer: Unknown Scammers Impersonating N. R. Narayana Murthy, Scammers · Developer: Deepfake Technology, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology · Harmed: N. R. Narayana Murthy, Investors, General Public Of India, General Public, Elderly Investors, Elderly Individuals, Archana

  50. #1127 · 1 report

    Purported AI-Generated Audio Clip Allegedly Portrays Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen Raising Money for Conflict with Thailand AIID ↗

    A video surfaced in late June 2025 reportedly depicting Cambodian Senate President (and former Prime Minister) Hun Sen asking for money to fund a war against Thailand. The clip purportedly repurposed real footage with an AI-generated fake Thai voice track and was shared widely online. Cambodia's Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) reportedly condemned the video as malicious disinformation intended to incite ultra-nationalist sentiment and disrupt diplomatic relations.

    Deployer: Unnamed Thai National · Developer: Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers · Harmed: Relations Between Cambodia And Thailand, Hun Sen, General Public Of Thailand, General Public Of Cambodia, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders

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