Crime & Law · India
Government Warns of Deepfake Scams Using PM Modi's Image
India's cybercrime units have flagged an increase in fraudulent activities using deepfake videos that impersonate Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. These fake videos are being used to promote fraudulent welfare schemes and solicit donations. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an alert regarding these scams, which aim to dupe the public. Separately, a fake Instagram account has been identified sharing AI-generated videos of CJP and Dipke, also soliciting donations.
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