YouTubers are being scammed with AI-generated deepfake videos

Phishing is a favorite tactic of scammers because so many people fall for it. There are many types of phishing scams, but one of the more recent takes is deepfake phishing, in which scammers use convincing AI-generated videos of people you know (e.g., your boss) to get you to give up sensitive information or send money over. YouTube recently issued a warning that scammers are spreading AI-generated deepfake videos to Creators, claiming there's been a change in the site's monetization policy. One such video impersonates YouTube CEO Neal Mohan, who appears to be announcing those changes. Scammers are also allegedly sending emails asking recipients to click on a link to "confirm" these updated YouTube Partner Program terms and conditions.