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Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak accuses YouTube of ignoring Bitcoin scam ads using his likeness, highlighting the rise of AI-powered deepfake fraud. His criticism follows a UK MP’s call for stricter ad regulations on digital platforms.
- Wozniak discovered the scam after victims contacted his wife, revealing deepfake videos promising Bitcoin returns.
- Over $9.3 billion was lost to online scams in 2024, with deepfake fraud targeting tech leaders like Musk and Bezos.
- UK MP Max Wilkinson demands YouTube ads meet TV/radio regulatory standards to prevent exploitation.
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