Sep 5, 2025Single source
Deepfake video reportedly impersonated Mongolian deputy prime minister in pipeline investment scam on Facebook
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A Facebook post reportedly used a deepfake-altered clip of then-Mongolian Deputy Prime Minister Amarsaikhan Sainbuyan to promote investment in the "Power of Siberia-2" pipeline. The clip allegedly altered a 2024 MONGOL TV interview with changed lip movement and added Russian audio. A linked registration site sought personal information.
What this means for youFake videos of real officials can be used to make scams look trustworthy. Before sharing personal details on an investment site, check the offer through the official's or government's own channels.
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