The FBI warns of the “Phantom Hacker” scam that has stolen over $1B by tricking victims—often seniors—into moving funds to fake “safe” accounts. Experts say AI will make such scams more convincing and scalable, underscoring the need for stronger safeguards and user vigilance.
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Andy Curtis is an award-winning security consultant, researcher and public speaker. He has been working in the computer security industry since the early 1990s, having been employed by state and federal government, leading healthcare and banking providers across three continents. He has given talks about computer security for some of the world’s largest companies, worked with law enforcement agencies on investigations into hacking groups, and is a regular voice on TV and radio explaining IT security threats.
