How can AI be used in sextortion scams?

AI is increasingly being used in sextortion scams, where criminals exploit AI technology to create deepfake images or videos of victims in compromising positions without their consent. These AI-generated materials are then used to blackmail victims, demanding money or further explicit content under the threat of releasing these fabricated images or videos. The FBI and other experts have issued warnings about the rise of such scams, highlighting the need for increased awareness and protective measures against these AI-driven threats The Guardian Forbes The National Desk.