Generative AI Archives – CEO East Africa

10 Ways to Spot and Guard Against AI-Assisted Frauds and Cybersecurity Scams

by Muhereza KyamuteteraNews & Analysis TechnologyApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

This week, Ugandans were confronted with a chilling reminder that AI-driven fraud is no longer a distant threat—it’s here. A deepfake video began circulating online, falsely portraying billionaire businessman Dr….

Ugandan billionaire, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia Warns Public of Deepfake AI Scam Misusing His Image to Promote a Fraudulent Financial Platform

by Muhereza KyamuteteraTechnology The Big StoryApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

Renowned Ugandan businessman and property magnate Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has issued a stern public warning following the circulation of a manipulated deepfake video that falsely portrays him endorsing a dubious…

East Africa Led in Document Fraud Cases in 2024, Smile ID Report Reveals

by Brian EmorutCompany News East Africa ICT TechnologyJanuary 29, 2025January 29, 2025

Smile ID, Africa’s leading provider of identity verification solutions, has released its 2025 Digital Identity Fraud in Africa Report, highlighting critical fraud trends across the continent. The report reveals that East Africa recorded the highest rejection rate for combined biometric and document verification attempts, reaching 27% in 2024, primarily due to the reliance…