The cryptocurrency scam has reached the AI era! Recently, a fan told me that he watched a video titled 'Elon Musk recommends a new coin', invested 100,000, and then found out the video was AI-generated, resulting in a total loss. I checked, and this year in the first half, AI deep forgery scams in the cryptocurrency world have already caused losses exceeding 800 million dollars! Today, I will expose the three major tricks of AI scams and teach you three ways to identify them, so that even if you are a novice, you can understand!
Some people might say: 'I can tell if it's AI-generated, right?' Don't be too confident! Today's AI technology can replicate voices, expressions, and actions perfectly. Last year, there were scammers who synthesized a video of the Chief Executive of Hong Kong to promote counterfeit coins, and even veterans in the cryptocurrency world almost fell for it. These scammers exploit people's 'FOMO psychology' (fear of missing out), using the names of big shots to make you think that 'investing alongside the big shots is definitely profitable'.
First trick: Impersonating big shots to promote coins. Scammers will use AI to synthesize videos or voices of industry giants like Musk and Vitalik, saying 'I am optimistic about this new coin; it will soon skyrocket'. They will also forge the social media accounts of these big shots, using similar names (for example, changing 'Elon Musk' to 'Elon Muusk') to spread false information. Avoiding pitfalls: Whenever you see content promoting a coin by big shots, first verify it through official accounts! For instance, Musk's Twitter has a blue verification check; the name must be exactly correct, and real giants will never recommend specific coins!
Second trick: Synthesizing live-stream brainwashing by project parties. Some scammers will synthesize live-stream videos of project teams, showcasing fake 'technical achievements' and 'partners', claiming 'we've received investment from a certain institution and will soon be listed on major exchanges'. I've seen a more outrageous case where a scammer synthesized a video of the CEO of a leading exchange, saying 'we will strongly support this project', resulting in many people believing it was true, and after investing money, the project party directly ran away. Avoiding pitfalls: Always watch live streams through official channels! If it's an unfamiliar live stream link, first check the project's official website for any live stream announcements and verify the information of team members.
Third trick: AI-generated fake financial reports and audit reports. Many scammers use AI to create fake project financial reports and third-party audit reports, making you feel the project is reliable. These reports look very professional, with data and charts, but if you look closely, you can find loopholes. Avoiding pitfalls: After receiving the audit report, verify it on the audit agency's official website! Legitimate audit agencies will publicly list their partnered projects; if you can't find it, it's fake.
Next, let me teach you three tricks to recognize AI scams: First, look for details. AI-synthesized videos may have unnatural facial expressions and lip-sync issues, especially when speaking quickly. Second, trace the source. Any investment information must be traced back to official channels; do not trust unfamiliar links and videos shared in WeChat groups or friend circles. Third, use tools for detection. You can use tools like Deepware Scanner to upload videos and check if they are AI synthesized; although not 100% accurate, they can rule out most scams.
My view is: AI technology itself is good, but it's misused by scammers. In the crypto world, any good fortune that seems too good to be true won't fall on you; those projects that claim to be risk-free while flaunting big names are all scams! Don't think you're clever; scammers' technology is much more advanced than you imagine.
Finally, let me say something from the heart: Investing is not gambling; don’t let emotions control you. Follow me @链上标哥 , and don't get lost!
