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AI deepfakes reportedly used in digital arrest scams
According to the Supreme Court, digital arrest scams, which exploit SIM-box technology, mule accounts, AI deepfakes, and spoofed numbers, are a concern. The court urged inter-agency coordination and international action against these scams.
Incident date Date unknownFirst reported Aug 8, 2026Verification corroborated
The Supreme Court of India has reportedly urged inter-agency coordination and international action to combat digital arrest scams. These scams are said to exploit various technologies, including SIM-box technology, mule accounts, spoofed numbers, and AI deepfakes.
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