Scams

In what may be the best use of AI voice cloning yet devised, O2, the UK’s largest mobile network operator, has introduced "Daisy," a generative AI tech stack designed to engage phone scammers in endless, realistic conversations with synthetic grannies. I just love this. Continue Reading →

Tech expert Shelly Palmer, Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University, exposes a disturbing new email scam that uses your personal information to demand $2,000 in Bitcoin. These emails contain your real name, address, and phone number in the subject line, aiming to terrify victims into paying up. Continue Reading →

Are you getting more random spam text messages or DMs than usual? Shelly Palmer speaks with Dan Bowens and Tashanea Whitlow on Fox 5's Good Day New York about what's happening -- and the best way to deal with them. Continue Reading →

U.S. government prosecutors have charged two men with fraud and money laundering over a cryptocurrency “rug pull” scheme. Continue Reading →

With NYC now requiring proof of vaccination to enter all restaurants, fitness centers, and indoor entertainment venues, it’s more vital than ever to have proof of vaccination -- and scammers are seizing the opportunity. Shelly Palmer talks with Bianca Peters and Kerry Drew about the troubling trend. Original Airdate: August 17, 2021 Continue Reading →