Dutch police arrest scammer who used deepfake technology to open dozens of bank accounts
In Amsterdam, authorities detained a 34-year-old man who used deepfake technology to bypass bank verification processes. The scammer tricked people into providing scanned passports and then employed artificial intelligence to swap his face with that of the victims during bank identity checks, enabling him to open approximately 46 bank accounts under false names and gain full access to the funds.
Suspicious activity was detected by one of the banks, leading the case to be handed over to cyber police. The suspect was apprehended at the border while carrying dozens of bank cards used in the fraudulent scheme.
This case highlights the increasing risks posed by emerging technologies in financial crimes. Law enforcement is expected to strengthen digital identity controls and improve methods to combat such fraud.
