SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) -- A Springfield, Ohio, man says he lost money through an apparent scam that utilized AI, making him think he was getting prizes from country music star, Jelly Roll.
As artificial intelligence advances, some are using the technology to impersonate celebrities, sometimes to convince people to hand over money. Ronnie Flint said he fell victim to one such incident, and is now sharing his story to warn others.
Flint spoke to Nexstar's WDTN, saying he is shocked to see technology come so far and be used in a way to harm others.
"I really thought it was Jelly Roll," Flint explained. He said he was going about his day when he got a message on Facebook that appeared to be from a celebrity that he happens to be a fan of. The message said he won $50,000 on a brand new car