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.

Key Details

• 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.

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