If It Looks Real and Sounds Real… It Might Still Be a Scam

AI Scams: Protecting Your Family In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses how artificial intelligence is being used by scammers to target unsuspecting individuals and families. The episode details a recent scam in which AI-generated images were used to trick a couple into believing their lost dog needed emergency surgery. Andy explains the advanced techniques being used, such as AI-generated voices and personalized messages, and provides practical steps to verify emergencies, protect digital data, and educate elderly family members about these threats. The episode underscores the importance of being skeptical and maintaining digital privacy in an era where AI scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated and hard to detect. Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad emails 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📺 Subscribe to The Secure Dad on YouTube 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website 00:00 Welcome to The Secure Family Podcast 00:45 The Rise of AI in Scams 01:07 Privacy Concerns and Data Brokers 02:11 AI-Generated Scams: Real-Life Examples 06:33 Voice Cloning and Virtual Kidnappings 09:41 Protecting Yourself from AI Scams 16:48 Conclusion and Upcoming Content The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Secure Dad, LLC. The Secure Dad LLC makes every effort to provide accurate, up-to-date information, but no guarantee is made regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the content in this podcast or any related materials. Information may change over time, and inadvertent errors or omissions may occur. The Secure Dad LLC is not liable for any losses, injuries, or damages arising from the use of, or reliance on, any information provided. The Secure Dad® is a registered trademark of The Secure Dad, LLC. This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something, a commission may be earned.