YouTube has warned its creators about a new scam involving a fake video made with AI that pretends to be their CEO, Neal Mohan. This scam video incorrectly claims there are changes to how money is made on the platform, and it aims to steal users’ login information.
The deceptive video is being shared directly with users and claims to be an official message from YouTube about updates to money-making policies. YouTube made it clear that it doesn’t share information this way and that any video like this is a scam. They advise users not to click on any links in these messages, as they could lead to harmful websites designed to steal passwords or install bad software.
Recently, some creators have talked on Reddit about similar scams they’ve experienced. People have reported getting emails that look like they’re from YouTube, with names like “Notification for YouTube Creators” or “Channel for Creators.” These emails often contain links to private videos and ask recipients to download harmful files or agree to fake monetization policies on phony websites. Some even appear to come from the real YouTube email address, making them seem authentic.
YouTube stresses that it will never reach out to users through private videos. They advise creators to be cautious and avoid clicking on any suspicious links or files. If anyone encounters these scams, they are encouraged to report them to YouTube to help stop this kind of fraud.
This situation highlights how scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, especially those using AI to mimic trustworthy figures. Creators are reminded to stay aware of possible threats and to be careful with unexpected emails or messages.
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