Deepfake Anthony Albanese used in celebrity scams duping Australians out of $7.4m, Asic warns
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the AI (artificial intelligence) category. Published on August 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Tory Shepherd. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the AI (artificial intelligence) category. Published on August 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Tory Shepherd. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Australia’s corporate watchdog says PM is the figure most commonly used in deepfakes to promote phony investment opportunities
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There has been a steep rise in scammers luring victims into phony investment opportunities using deepfakes of celebrities and politicians, Australia’s corporate watchdog has warned.
And Anthony Albanese is the figure most commonly co-opted.
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