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Deepfake video scam targets retired Hyderabad doctor
A 71-year-old retired doctor from Hyderabad lost more than ₹20 lakh after falling for an online investment scam.
The fraudsters used an AI-generated video of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to make their fake trading website look legit.
They reached out on WhatsApp from a UK number, showed her fake profits, and convinced her to invest.
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After the complaint, Hyderabad's cybercrime team launched a probe into how deepfake videos and fake trading platforms are being used in such scams.
Similar cases have popped up where public figures' faces are digitally altered to push shady schemes.
It's a clear reminder: always double-check before investing online—AI tech can be misused, and staying alert is key.