2023 NZ faces record $200m scam surge with AI, celebrity forgeries, romance scams, and bank frauds.
NZ faces a surge in scams with artificial intelligence, celebrity forgeries, romance scams, and bank frauds leading to a record $200 million lost in 2023. Scammers use technologically advanced and old-fashioned methods like fake ads, stolen images, hacked social media accounts, and even door-to-door visits. Authorities are combating these scams, and individuals can protect themselves by staying informed and vigilant.
March 10, 2024
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