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Story summary
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warn that deepfakes—AI résumés and fake video interviews—infiltrate the U.S. job market.
- These synthetic applicants exploit remote work systems, fueling scams costing Americans over $220 million in 2024.
- Employers are adopting identity verification methods like liveness checks and voice authentication.
- The ongoing federal government shutdown raises consumer protection concerns and increases scams targeting federal employees, with experts urging vigilance.
