ChatGPT users are falling victim to scams as fraudsters manipulate the AI to recommend fake websites, leading unsuspecting buyers to counterfeit online stores.
A recent investigation has revealed that AI platforms can be exploited by scammers
Jun 07, 2026
02:25 pm
What's the storyArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT are becoming increasingly popular for online shopping.
However, a recent investigation by Ask Silver has revealed that these platforms can also be exploited by scammers.
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