Deepfakes Used in Fraud Scams Impersonating Public Figures in Jordan
Jordan's cybercrime authorities warned that fake accounts created outside the kingdom use deepfake technology to impersonate public figures and defraud citizens. The scams aim to lure people to fraudulent websites and investment platforms through fabricated audio and video.
What happened
The Cybercrime Unit of Jordan's Directorate of Public Security warned on 29 July 2025 that fake accounts created from outside the kingdom use artificial intelligence techniques to impersonate public and official figures in order to deceive citizens.
These accounts use deepfake technology to generate fake audio and video clips showing well-known figures inviting citizens to join electronic platforms or invest in fraudulent digital services, as a means of financial fraud and digital piracy.
Reported impact
The fake accounts pose a real threat to information security and are a means of stealing personal data and exploiting citizens financially.
Governance controls
The unit called on citizens to be cautious and not interact with any suspicious content, regardless of how real it appears or how it is attributed to known figures, and to rely on known official and verified accounts on social media platforms.
The unit stressed the need to report these accounts and websites immediately through official communication channels, and said it continues to monitor cyberspace and take necessary measures in cooperation with competent international bodies to reduce transnational crimes.
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