Scammers are increasingly using AI-generated audio to impersonate well-known people and carry out impersonation scams. Both outlets report that the technology is being used to produce convincing voice recordings that can be used to trick targets into responding, trusting, or acting on fraudulent requests.
The sources describe a range of targets, including celebrities and politicians, as well as everyday people. They frame the trend as part of a broader rise in AI-enabled deception, where voice imitation can be used to make scams appear more authentic and urgent.
CNET focuses on practical guidance for individuals looking to protect themselves from AI-impostor attempts, emphasizing steps users can take to reduce the risk of being misled. Mashable similarly highlights the growing scale of these scams and discusses how AI audio deepfakes are driving new impersonation schemes across different kinds of victims. Together, the coverage centers on user awareness and prevention rather than specific case details or policy responses.
