Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 03/06 – AI And The Golden Age Of Scamming
Mar 6, 2023
As AI integrates into Microsoft’s tools, the potential for sophisticated scams rises. A heartrending tale highlights how advanced voice cloning led a grandmother to be duped. Meanwhile, Apple is prepping its new iMac, while Twitter grapples with significant financial woes post-acquisition. Additionally, Meta struggles to engage gamers in its VR space, raising questions about its future direction. The mix of tech advancements and financial challenges paints a captivating picture of the current landscape.
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Microsoft Integrates AI
- Microsoft uses OpenAI to power Dynamics 365 Copilot.
- This helps with sales, marketing, and customer service tasks like drafting emails.
AI Scam
- Scammers used AI voice cloning to trick Ruth Card into believing her grandson needed bail money.
- This highlights the increasing sophistication and danger of AI-powered scams.
Voice Cloning Technology
- AI-powered voice cloning makes imposter scams more convincing and easier to execute.
- Short audio samples from social media are enough to replicate someone's voice.