OpenAI banned a coordinated network of ChatGPT accounts originating in Cambodia that used AI models to support investment, romance, gambling, and impersonation scams alongside indicators of human trafficking.
- Investigation began following a lead from threat intelligence peers at WhatsApp.
- The scammers operated out of Poipet, Cambodia, targeting victims across multiple scam vectors including cryptocurrency and spot gold trading.
- OpenAI shared threat signals with industry partners and relevant authorities after banning the associated ChatGPT accounts.