AI-Powered Fake Dating Apps Use Bots to Lure and Scam Users

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Security researcher Matthew Gore-Kormanik uncovered a fraudulent dating app called Dora that uses AI-generated personas to deceive users. While investigating, he received a video call from a fabricated profile named 'Jennifer,' but the feed showed only a moving tapestry with distorted audio. After the call, the bot messaged him claiming to have enjoyed his voice — even though his microphone had never been active. The incident highlights a growing trend of AI-powered scam apps designed to simulate genuine human interaction. Such platforms are believed to manipulate users emotionally before eventually attempting financial fraud.

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