WhatsApp scam known as ‘hi mum’ evolving at ‘breakneck speed’, expert warns
04-05-2025 15:58 via independent.co.uk

WhatsApp scam known as ‘hi mum’ evolving at ‘breakneck speed’, expert warns

Santander UK’s fraud expert said that AI voice impersonation technology was making these scams even more realistic
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