AI-generated nude images used in rising sextortion cases in Denmark
Danish police have warned of a rising trend of sextortion cases in which criminals use AI-generated synthetic nude images to extort victims. The cases reportedly involve a manipulative and brutal form of digital fraud targeting Danish citizens.
What happened
A new form of digital extortion driven by artificial intelligence has emerged in Denmark, according to NSK, the national unit for serious crime. Criminals are using AI to generate fake nude images and using them to extort victims.
Reported impact
The sextortion cases represent a manipulative and brutal form of fraud targeting Danish citizens.
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