# AI Scams in 2026

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Podcast: [Generative AI 101](https://stenobird.com/podcast/generative-ai-101-6932184)
Published: 2026-06-17T10:17:00+00:00
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## Resource

AI scams have gone full Death Star, scaling panic with cloned voices, deepfakes, fake romances, and corporate video-call trickery. Host Emily Laird breaks down how fraud became a factory in 2026, from virtual kidnappings to pig butchering bots with the charm of a Tinder date and the soul of a parking ticket. The fix is gloriously low-tech: slow down, call back, use code words, and never let urgency do your thinking for you. Join the AI Weekly MeetupsSubscribe to Receive AI Weekly Meetup Email RemindersConnect with Us: If you enjoyed this episode or have questions, reach out to Emily Laird on LinkedIn. Stay tuned for more insights into the evolving world of generative AI. And remember, you now know more about AI Scams in 2026. Connect with Emily Laird on LinkedIn

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