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How deepfake scams are costing companies millions worldwide | The Jerusalem Post

Jpost · · 697 words · By ORI SEGAL
Human Psychology in Social Engineering National Security Risks Cybersecurity Evolution
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6 claims extracted and verified against multiple sources including cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia.

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“Between 2022 and 2023, deepfake attacks increased tenfold, with overall growth of more than 1000% in recent years.”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists only of general definitions of deepfakes from Wikipedia and other sites. No statistics regarding a tenfold increase or 1000% growth were found in the evidence.
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web search NEUTRAL — Deepfakes (a portmanteau of ' deep learning ' and 'fake'[1]) are images, videos, or audio that have been edited or generated using artificial intelligence, AI-based tools or audio-video editing softwa…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deepfake
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web search NEUTRAL — A deepfake is fabricated video, audio, or image content generated by AI that makes it appear as if a person is saying or doing something they never did. The word “deepfake” comes from the words “deep …
https://www.proofpoint.com/us/threat-reference/deepfake
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web search NEUTRAL — May 5, 2026 · A deepfake is synthetic media, including images, videos, and audio, generated by artificial intelligence (AI) technology that portray something that does not exist in reality or events t…
https://www.britannica.com/technology/deepfake
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“Approximately 49% of companies worldwide have already experienced a deepfake attempt or incident”
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Two independent sources (SQ Magazine and Keepnet) specifically state that 49% of businesses/companies globally reported deepfake fraud incidents or experienced audio and video deepfakes.
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web search NEUTRAL — Deepfake-based fraud once made up 0.1% of attempts; now they represent ~6.5%. The market for fraud detection tools is expanding with demand driven by deepfake threats. 49% of businesses globally repor…
https://sqmagazine.co.uk/deepfake-statistics/
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web search NEUTRAL — Explore the latest deepfake statistics & trends in 2026. Discover growth data, risks, industry impacts, and solutions to counter AI-driven threats.49% of companies experienced both audio and video dee…
https://keepnetlabs.com/blog/deepfake-statistics-and-trends
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web search NEUTRAL — 48% of deepfake incidents use celebrity likenessness. People correctly identify deepfake audio 73% of the time, and deepfake images 86% of the time.37% of organizations worldwide have experienced a de…
https://programs.com/resources/deepfake-stats/
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“nearly half of these attacks, 46%, involve video or real-time calls.”
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The search results for this claim returned mathematical properties of the number 46 and country codes for Sweden, providing no information regarding deepfake attack percentages.
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web search NEUTRAL — In mathematics 46 is a composite number, a centered triangular number, [1] and a Wedderburn-Etherington number, and an Erdős–Woods number. [2]
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/46_(number)
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web search NEUTRAL — Jan 31, 2026 · The 46 country code is for Sweden. Learn how to dial Swedish phone numbers, find area codes for Stockholm and Gothenburg, and call Sweden from anywhere.
https://callsky.io/country-codes/46-country-code/
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web search NEUTRAL — To call a telephone from abroad to Sweden, you must dial the international country code (+46), and the telephone number (7 to 13 digits) you want to call. It is important to remember that all calls fr…
https://en.codigosinternacionales.com/world/area-code-46-cou…
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“17% of interviewers report encountering fake candidates.”
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The search results for this claim returned general information about the number 17 and the iPhone 17, with no mention of recruiters or fake candidates.
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web search NEUTRAL — 17 is a Leyland number [1] and Leyland prime, [2] using 2 and 3 (2 3 + 3 2), [3][4] and using 3 and 4 (3 4 - 4 3). 17 is a Fermat prime. 17 is one of six lucky numbers of Euler. [5] Since seventeen is…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/17_(number)
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web search NEUTRAL — View all technical specifications for iPhone 17.
https://www.apple.com/iphone-17/specs/
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web search NEUTRAL — Discover the fascinating world of the number 17. Explore its meanings, significance in mathematics, science, religion, angel numbers, arts, literature, and more. Dive into the magic of 17!
https://numeraly.com/about-the-number-17/
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“In 2024 alone, there has been a 118% increase in the use of fake video and audio [in Israel].”
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The evidence provided consists of general news about Israel and the Palestinian conflict, but contains no specific statistics regarding a 118% increase in fake video/audio in 2024.
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web search NEUTRAL — There have been a series of wars between Israel and Arab nations. Uprisings - called intifadas - against Israeli occupation, and reprisals and crackdowns by Israel have also taken place.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgr71z0jp4o
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web search NEUTRAL — Stay informed on Israel News: All for the latest updates, and breaking news on Israeli politics, culture, Israeli sports, Health, and Tech from the Jerusalem Post.
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news
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web search NEUTRAL — Quora is a place to gain and share knowledge. It's a platform to ask questions and connect with people who contribute unique insights and quality answers.
https://www.quora.com/
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“The writer is the CEO of Cyvore.”
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Multiple independent sources (Ctech, a news interview summary, and LinkedIn) confirm that Ori Segal is the CEO and Co-Founder of Cyvore.
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web search NEUTRAL — Tel Aviv-based cybersecurity startup Cyvore Security has emerged from stealth mode, unveiling a new approach to securing digital workspaces. Founded in August 2024 by CEO Ori Segal, Yiftach Rotem (CPO…
https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/b1i4vjxylg
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web search NEUTRAL — Ori Segal, CEO & Co-Founder of Cyvore, joined Channel 10’s Economy Channel to discuss the alarming trends in cyberattacks and how organizations can stay ahead of emerging threats. Key Takeaways from t…
https://cyvore.com/cyvore-ceo-ori-segal-on-the-growing-threa…
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web search NEUTRAL — The article highlights the alarming surge in phishing targeting Israel’s financial sector, and how Cyvore is helping fight back.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cyvore_ceo-ori-segal-was-feat…
info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.