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AI-generated photo linked to N4m ransom in Nigerian kidnapping

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A graduate from Benue State University has recounted his kidnapping experience in Edo State, Nigeria. He stated that an AI-generated photograph was used to extort a ransom of N4 million from another victim involved in the incident. The source of this information is The Punch newspaper. AI

IMPACT AI tools are being used in criminal activities, highlighting the need for awareness and countermeasures against misuse.

RANK_REASON The story describes a criminal act where AI was used as a tool, but it is not a core AI development or release. It falls under general news with an AI angle.

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AI-generated photo linked to N4m ransom in Nigerian kidnapping

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · sipirtu ·

    A freed Benue State University graduate says he was kidnapped in Edo State and that an AI-generated photo led to a N4m ransom for another victim. Source: The Pu

    A freed Benue State University graduate says he was kidnapped in Edo State and that an AI-generated photo led to a N4m ransom for another victim. Source: The Punch https:// punchng.com/how-ai-generated-p hoto-cost-kidnap-victim-n4m-ransom-freed-benue-graduate/?utm_source=rss.punc…

    LINKS punchng.com/how-ai-generated-photo-cost-k… punchng.com/how-ai-generated-photo-cost-k…

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