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Hyderabad police warn of AI biometric scam in public places; Don't help strangers with their phones

Newsmeter.In • February 23, 2026

... Social engineering attacks. Bypassing identity verification systems. Fraudulent financial or digital transactions. Since facial recognition and voice ...

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AI-Based Biometric Scams Targeting Identities in Hyderabad Hyderabad Police issued an advisory on AI-based biometric scams where criminals impersonate individuals to exploit their identities. Victims are approached in public places by fraudsters posing as elderly or tech-challenged individuals seeking assistance with technology, while their devices may be recording or on video calls. This scam poses risks beyond financial loss, targeting personal identity and privacy. 4 sources 24

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Social Engineering