Artificial intelligence can imitate voices, create convincing messages, and make scams harder to recognize. Seniors and their families can stay informed by visiting the official website of Florida Senator Rick Scott, where the Newsroom includes updates about fraud, financial exploitation, and scams that use AI.
On the website, use the search feature and enter terms such as AI scams, senior fraud, or protecting seniors. One useful article explains how scammers use AI to impersonate loved ones and describes efforts to protect older Americans. Read it here: Protecting Seniors from AI Scams.
Simple Steps That Can Prevent a Scam
Pause before responding to an urgent call, text, or email.
Call the family member or agency back using a trusted number.
Never send money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, passwords, or verification codes because of an unexpected request.
Share scam warnings with relatives, friends, and caregivers.
AI scams may sound believable, but a few extra minutes of verification can prevent a serious loss. Staying informed, slowing down, and talking with someone you trust are powerful ways to protect yourself and the seniors you care about.
You can also visit the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging hearings page to listen to past hearings, find information about upcoming hearings, and learn about the solutions our representatives are considering to protect seniors.
Remember: Staying informed is the best protection against AI scammers.
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