AI Deepfake Deception: Retiree Defrauded of Rs 3.75 Crore | Technology
2025-09-11
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A 57-year-old woman in Bengaluru, India, lost Rs 3.75 crore after being deceived by an AI-generated deepfake video of spiritual leader Sadhguru endorsing a fraudulent trading platform. The scam exploited deepfake technology to gain her trust, leading to significant financial loss. Police are investigating the incident.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The event involves an AI system explicitly: a deepfake video generated using AI technology. The use of this AI system directly led to financial harm (fraud and monetary loss) to the victim. The harm is realized and significant, involving deception and financial loss. The AI system's malicious use is central to the incident, fulfilling the criteria for an AI Incident under the framework.[AI generated]