Watch Out for Imposter Schemes During Amazon Prime Day
INDIA, JUL 8 – McAfee's study finds 71% of Indian shoppers fear AI scams on Prime Day, with over 36,000 fake Amazon sites and 75,000 scam texts targeting consumers, many losing over ₹40,000.
- AI-Enhanced shopping scams have significantly increased before Amazon Prime Day 2025, with over 36,000 fake Amazon websites and more than 75,000 scam texts identified, according to McAfee's report.
- More than 70% of Indian shoppers fear getting trapped by fake deals and AI scams, according to McAfee's 2025 Global Prime Day Scams Study.
- Young consumers aged 18-24 are at the highest risk, reporting exposure rates of 17%, compared to 5% among those aged 65 and above.
- Approximately 1 in 5 victims feel too embarrassed to report their scams, highlighting the psychological impact noted by McAfee.
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71% Indians express concern over AI scams during Prime Day: McAfee report
New Delhi: A new study by McAfee has highlighted rising concerns among Indian consumers over the use of artificial intelligence in online shopping scams, particularly during major events such as Amazon’s Prime Day. According to the 2025 Global Prime Day Scams Study released by McAfee, 71% of Indian respondents say they are worried about the threat of AI-driven scams. The study also reveals that Indian users are encountering a sharp rise in fake …
71% Indians fear AI scams during Prime Day: Report
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Prime Day scams to watch for
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