Global financial fraud hits USD 442 billion in 2025, AI scams surge: Interpol

In 2025, global financial fraud skyrocketed to a staggering USD 442 billion, with Interpol’s latest findings highlighting a disturbing trend: cybercriminals are leveraging sophisticated AI technologies. With fraud now yielding 4.5 times greater returns, deepfake audio has emerged as a common tool for greenlighting fraudulent wire transfers.