US EditionFraud experts warn of smishing scams made easier by artificial intelligence, new tech
CANADA, JUL 11 – The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre reported 886 smishing incidents in the first half of 2025, attributing the rise to AI tools enhancing scam message sophistication and scale.
- The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre reported 886 smishing cases in the first half of 2025, with fraudsters spoofing numbers of agencies like the CRA.
- This rise follows technological advances, including AI tools that craft convincing messages and help fraudsters scan data leaks for personal targets.
- Experts note that many victims lose money, seniors are especially vulnerable, and agencies struggle to track fraudsters due to unverified prepaid SIM cards.
- Deputy commissioner Palumbo stated that the bureau regularly monitors market trends and, using its intelligence resources, can identify when scams are increasing and starting to have an immediate effect on the community.
- Officials urge the public to stay informed, avoid clicking suspicious links, forward texts to 7726, and establish family code words to counteract smishing.
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