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Ioan Gruffudd says someone impersonating him used AI-generated images and videos to convince a woman she was in a relationship with him. He says the contact began through a Facebook fan page and moved to Telegram.
Why it mattersThe actor urges fans not to engage or send money, and to block and report anyone claiming to be him through unofficial accounts. A convincing face is no proof of a genuine message, which is an increasingly useful distinction to keep close. The Independent reports Gruffudd’s account and warning. The reported scam has not been independently established here.
Discuss: Should platforms be required to act more quickly on reports of AI impersonation, or is the best immediate protection still for people to verify accounts and refuse requests for money?
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