AI deepfake scam impersonates Dubai prince to steal money

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A Filipino domestic worker says she was love-bombed by an AI deepfake posing as Dubai’s Prince Hamdan to extract money.

WHO: Maria (romance-scam victim); scammer impersonating Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed (Fazza)

WHAT: An AI deepfake suitor love-bombed a victim via live video calls and messaging before attempting to steal money.

WHEN: Jul 3, 2026 at 1:34 AM ET

WHERE: Philippines

WHY: The scammer used AI face-swapping and the likeness of Prince Hamdan (Fazza) to cultivate an online romance and target a vulnerable victim for money.

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