The Brief

ORLANDO, Fla. - As Hurricane Melissa approaches Jamaica, Cuba, and Hispaniola, consumer protection experts are warning residents to be on alert for scammers posing as storm-related charities.

Some are now using artificial intelligence to make their schemes more convincing, they said.

What we know:

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central Florida says scammers are increasingly using artificial intelligence to fabricate convincing images, videos, and social media posts to solicit fake donations.

What we don't know:

It’s not yet clear how widespread these AI-driven scams or if any specific to Hurricane Melissa have popped up.

The backstory:

In the wake of disasters, fake charities and crowdfunding efforts often prey on the public’s desire to help. This time, AI-generate

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