SCAMMERS are targeting OnlyFans creators by using AI-generated deepfake content to impersonate them, tricking fans into paying for fake exclusive content. These scammers create fake profiles on platforms like TikTok, utilizing real creators' images and synthetic voices to lure fans into private messaging on apps like Snapchat, where they solicit payments via Cash App. The fraudulent nature of the transactions makes recovery of funds difficult for victims.
Legal measures are being proposed, but domestic laws struggle to tackle the issue due to the overseas hosting of the stolen materials. The deepfake scams not only harm fans but also damage the reputations and incomes of the real creators, leading to consequences such as harassment. Some creators are taking action by hiring takedown services and issuing public warnings.