3 Ways to Spot a "Deepfake" Scam

Protecting yourself from AI-generated voice and video fraud in 2026.

Imagine receiving a WhatsApp video call from your brother or a voice note from your boss asking for an urgent ₦50,000 transfer. The face looks right, and the voice sounds perfect. But is it actually them?

In 2026, scammers use Deepfakes Artificial Intelligence that can mimic anyone's face and voice. At UBANDOMA ICT WORLD, we want you to stay ahead of the criminals.

1. Look for the "Digital Glitch"

While AI is smart, it often struggles with small human details. When watching a suspicious video, look closely at:

• The Eyes: Does the person blink naturally? Deepfakes often blink too little or not at all.
• The Edge of the Face: Watch where the face meets the hair or jawline. If it looks "blurry" or shifts slightly when they move, it's a fake.
• Inside the Mouth: AI struggles with teeth and tongues. If the mouth looks like a dark hole or the teeth look like a single white block, stay alert.

2. Listen for "Robotic" Rhythms

Scammers now use AI to clone voices from just 30 seconds of audio found on social media.

The Test: Listen to the breathing. Real humans breathe while talking. AI voices often sound perfectly smooth but have "flat" emotions or strange pauses in the middle of words. If the voice sounds like it’s coming from a metal pipe, hang up.

3. Use the "Secret Question" Method

The best way to beat high-tech is with low-tech. If you suspect a video or voice is fake, ask a question only the real person would know.

❌ "Is this really you?" (The scammer will simply say yes).

✅ "What was the name of the primary school we attended together?"