Tag: deepfakes

FMA Urges Kiwis to Stay Scam-Aware During World Investor Week 2026

6 Oct 2026 10:37 a.m. · Source: NZ Financial Markets Authority

New Zealand's FMA warns of AI deepfakes and pump-and-dump schemes as investors lose about $25 million since June 2025, urging Kiwis to verify before investing during World Investor Week 2026.

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FMA Warns of Surge in Social Media Investment Scams Using Deepfakes

22 Aug 2025 11:13 a.m. · Source: NZ Financial Markets Authority

The FMA warns of a surge in social media investment scams, with scammers impersonating NZ celebrities and business leaders using deepfake videos to lure victims into fake investment platforms.

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