AI-driven scams target XRP Las Vegas conference attendees, stealing crypto via fake profiles.

At the XRP Las Vegas conference, scammers used AI technology to impersonate community leaders and trick attendees into sending cryptocurrency. Fake profiles mimicked notable figures like Brad Garlinghouse, using realistic AI-generated images and messages to deceive even experienced users. Organizers issued warnings and urged attendees to verify contacts, but the sophisticated scams caused financial losses and disrupted networking. This incident highlights growing risks of AI-powered fraud at crypto events, prompting calls for stronger security measures in the future.