AI Goes to War with Openly Operating Cybercriminals Online
Well, if you’re wondering if cybercriminals like to stay in shadows lurking in a back-alley of the internet, then you’re in for a surprise. The “Yahoo Boys”, as they call themselves (presumably after their favorite ’90s email service), have no qualms breaking that stereotype and have boldly positioned themselves center stage on popular platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram, TikTok, YouTube, you name it – they’re probably scamming it!
Key Witty Bullet Points from the Article
- The “Yahoo Boys” know no fear, pulling off scams under broad daylight on popular digital platforms, forgetting that they’re named after a service that’s become an internet relic.
- Though they’re bold, they’re not quite smart. Artificial Intelligence is stepping into the spotlight, ready to wage war against these cyber hustlers. It’s like a modern-day R2-D2 against the digital underworld.
- If you think the “Yahoo Boys” limit themselves to platforms only the cool kids use, think again. These cyber nomads make use of every digital O.K. Corral they can find, including Telegram, TikTok and WhatsApp. And boy, do they love their digital range!
Final Thoughts
Before you ask, no, AI is not planning on donning a cape while fighting these digital ne’er-do-wells. But this tug-of-war between the cybercriminals using platforms popular among Gen Z-ers and Millennials, and AI trying to enhance cyber security, is something to keep an eye on. Is it game over for our audacious “Yahoo Boys” or the dawn of a new era where AI becomes the online sheriff? Whatever the case, we’ll be here for the fastest finger-gun draw the internet has ever seen! Grab your popcorn, digital cowboys; it’s going to be a wild ride on this AI train!
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https://www.wired.com/story/yahoo-boys-scammers-facebook-telegram-tiktok-youtube/
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