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Kane in Your Corner: How to avoid scams using AI to target victims

News 12’s Walt Kane has details on the warning signs to look out for.

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Jun 24, 2024, 8:08 AM

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Cyber experts say scammers are using the power of AI to look and sound like someone else when trying to trick their victims.

News 12’s Walt Kane has details on the warning signs to look out for.

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