Maldives Police warn of scams using AI-generated voices and videos

The Maldives Police Service has urged the public to remain alert to scams involving artificial intelligence, warning that seeing a familiar face or hearing a trusted voice does not necessarily confirm someone’s identity.

In a post on X, police said criminals are using AI-powered deepfakes to impersonate people through fake voices and videos, making fraudulent approaches harder to detect.

Police advised the public not to act under pressure and to verify suspicious requests through trusted channels before sharing information or transferring money.

The message reminded people that taking a moment to check a request could prevent them from falling victim to a scam.

AI voice-cloning tools can imitate a person’s voice using a short audio recording, including material available online.