news Scmp World 2026-07-29

Hong Kong Warns of AI Voice Scams After WhatsApp Hijackings

Hong Kong police reported 150 WhatsApp account hijackings resulting in millions in losses, with fraudsters using AI to mimic voices. Residents are warned against trusting voice messages without verification.

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