Senior discovers deer tag scam in yard, highlighting widespread AI fraud against older adults.

A senior in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, found a tagged deer in her yard, leading to the discovery of an AI scam targeting seniors. The tag contained a phone number that connected to an automated system designed to gather personal information. Similar scams have been reported in the U.S., prompting cautionary alerts. Fraud against older Canadians is prevalent, with over 40,623 cases reported this year, resulting in $503 million in losses.

November 22, 2024
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