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Google sues Chinese cybercrime group for using Gemini AI in phishing scheme

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Google has obtained a temporary restraining order against a Chinese cybercrime group known as "Outsider Enterprise." This group allegedly exploited Google's Gemini AI to create and operate a phishing platform, charging $88 per week. The operation targeted Android users, sending out approximately 2.5 million scam texts in May. AI

IMPACT Highlights the potential for AI misuse in criminal activities and the need for robust safeguards.

RANK_REASON A cybercrime group is accused of misusing an AI model for illicit purposes, leading to legal action.

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Google sues Chinese cybercrime group for using Gemini AI in phishing scheme

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    Google has secured a temporary restraining order against "Outsider Enterprise," a Chinese cybercrime group that weaponized Gemini AI to run an $88/week phishing

    Google has secured a temporary restraining order against "Outsider Enterprise," a Chinese cybercrime group that weaponized Gemini AI to run an $88/week phishing platform. The group blasted 2.5M scam texts to Android users in May. # Google # CyberSecurity # AI # TechNews # Phishin…

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