#Scamprevention

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming global communication, but the technology’s darker side is arriving in Thailand as sophisticated scams use AI to impersonate people’s voices, duping both individuals and major institutions. Recent news reports and cybersecurity research illuminate a troubling new trend in which voice-cloning tools allow fraudsters to make convincing phone calls, leaving even the most vigilant Thais vulnerable to deception.

Why does this matter? In an era where phone calls and voice messages are central to daily life—from financial transactions to connecting with loved ones—these AI-powered scams present a serious risk to both the public and organizations across Thailand. According to a survey cited by WFMZ, nearly one in ten people globally have already been targeted by AI voice-clone scams. As voice technologies become commonplace in Thai banking and customer service, the risks multiply, drawing concern from local cybersecurity experts and consumer protection officials.

A new wave of AI-driven voice impersonation is sweeping Thailand, threatening individuals and institutions alike. Cybersecurity experts warn that fraudsters can create convincing clone voices from public clips and use them to manipulate people into handing over money or sensitive data.

Thailand faces a unique risk. In a country where voice calls and digital verification are common for banking and customer service, AI impersonation could exploit everyday trust. Global cybersecurity briefings indicate that nearly 10% of people have encountered AI voice-clone scams, underscoring the scale of the threat and the need for local safeguards. In Thailand, public reports and industry analyses point to rising incidents and growing demand for consumer education and stronger defenses.