The rise of online romance scams has reached alarming levels, as highlighted by a recent case in France. A 53-year-old woman was swindled out of €830,000 (US$852,200) by fraudsters using AI-generated images and fake social media accounts to impersonate Brad Pitt, even concocting a story about cancer treatment. Her situation highlights the growing dangers of online romance scams, making it crucial to recognize red flags and take proactive steps to protect yourself from becoming a victim.
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