In a world where technology is booming, people are reaping many benefits. However, we cannot ignore the dark side of these innovations, like deepfake, which can be used for fraud and exploitation. Deepfake is a media system created with artificial intelligence (AI) to show fake or falsified results. Specifically, deepfakes allow people to create surprisingly […]
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Beware of Deepfake Deception: Protecting Seniors in Elections
Regardless of your political affiliation, we can admit that we’re all a little fed up with the spread of misinformation in just about every social and news media outlet. Unfortunately, technological advances make it easier for perpetrators to spread lies, deceive potential voters, and influence public opinion. Many of the tricks used are familiar and […]
What To Do if Your Elderly Parent is Being Scammed
As technology advances, our elderly parents and grandparents often struggle to keep up and may not understand the risks of falling for scams. Unfortunately, scammers are becoming more sophisticated in their tactics, making it easier for seniors to be taken advantage of. While some scams may seem minor, others have resulted in devastating financial loss. […]
Senior Coronavirus Scams – Ways To Protect Yourself And Your Family Members
Scams targeting seniors have always been common and there are even more with the current coronavirus crisis. Thankfully, there are ways to spot and avoid the scams too.
Surprising Brain Changes That Make Seniors Vulnerable
People’s brains change as they age but there is still much that we have to learn. Recent research has highlighted one surprising change that may make some seniors much more vulnerable to scams and scam artists.