AI Chatbots Fueling an Increase in Social Engineering Scams

In this insightful clip, we explore how AI chatbots are significantly amplifying social engineering scams. With the advent of advanced chatbots, cybercriminals now engage multiple victims simultaneously, crafting seemingly genuine conversations while impersonating romantic partners, offering technical support, and even executing fraudulent investment schemes. These automated con artists utilize persuasive techniques and emotional manipulation to build trust and trick users into divulging personal information or sending money. As losses from these scams escalate, reaching $823 million in 2024 alone, it's crucial to understand the tactics behind these AI-driven schemes. This video highlights the alarming rise in social engineering scams fueled by AI, presenting both the technology criminals exploit and the steps you can take to protect yourself.