SECURITYJun 7 · 06:00 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLDShane Hickey

‘Poisoned’ AI: the ChatGPT shopping scams that lead to fake websites

Buyers are scammed by AI tools like ChatGPT that recommend fake websites, such as a counterfeit Russell & Bromley site, leading to financial loss. The AI assistant lists product options with prices, directing users to fraudulent sites posing as legitimate retailers.

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