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AI scams in Georgia and South Florida: How scammers use deepfakes to steal millions
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Zachary Bynum , as published by CBS4 Miami
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details on these scams and how to protect yourself are available from sources such as CBS4 Miami, which has reported on the growing trend of AI-enabled scams in the region. In South Florida, a local immigration attorney was targeted by scammers who cloned his voice and identity.
In South Florida, a local immigration attorney was targeted by scammers who cloned his voice and identity. The scammers used this fake identity to target immigrants seeking legal help. This case is part of a larger trend of AI-enabled scams that are affecting people in the area.
Artificial intelligence is being used to make fake voices, photos, and phone calls that are difficult to distinguish from real ones. This technology is being used to steal money from unsuspecting victims. Further details on these scams and how to protect yourself are available from sources such as CBS4 Miami , which has reported on the growing trend of AI-enabled scams in the region.
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Category: safety Published: July 20, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In South Florida, a local immigration attorney was targeted by scammers who cloned his voice and identity. The scammers used this fake identity to target immigrants seeking legal help. This case is…
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