Lead · Scam Detection
AI voice scams can no longer be detected by 'something sounds off' — modern voice synthesis has surpassed human ear detection. The only effective defense is behavioral habit: any 'support' that contacts you proactively, hang up and re-contact official channels yourself.
Chloe Brennan
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June 26, 2026
Starting in 2024, the crypto scam industry experienced a qualitative shift: fraudsters began deploying AI voice synthesis and deepfake technology at scale, impersonating exchange support staff, industry figures, and even people you know personally — completely neutralizing the traditional defense of 'just listen and tell if it's real.' This isn't science fiction. Thousands of documented victim...