Influencer warns of deepfake scams, especially in finance

Technology Sep 29, 2025

Tech influencer Varun Mayya is raising a red flag about the growing problem of AI-powered deepfakes.
He points out that these fake videos are now so convincing, it's tough to tell them apart from real ones—and scammers are taking full advantage.
Recent cases even saw deepfakes impersonating public figures to push fake schemes, highlighting the urgency of addressing this issue.

Meanwhile, AI tools like Tongyi Wan are getting more advanced

Alibaba's Tongyi Lab has released Wan 2.2, an open-source AI model that can turn text or images into ultra-realistic videos.
With features like pro-level lighting and smooth motion, it's easy to see why people are both impressed and concerned.
As these tools get better, calls for stronger rules and protections around AI content are only growing louder.