Don't fall for 'Deepfake' video calls from scammers, says Thai police

The technology is used to make potential victims believe they are getting a video call from an actual police officer. PHOTO: PEXELS via The Straits Times/ANN

BANGKOK, May 1 (The Nation Thaliand/ANN): Thai police are warning people of a new trick adopted by "call-centre" scammers - using digitally manipulated video clips to coerce victims into transferring funds.

Deputy police spokesman Police Colonel Siriwat Deephor told the press on Friday (April 29) that these criminals allegedly use the so-called "Deepfake" technology to make their potential victims believe they are getting a video call from an actual police officer.