Ohio Targets AI-Powered Romance Scams | Dayton News

Ohio’s new statewide push to combat romance scams is hitting back at tech-savvy fraudsters using AI to forge photos, video calls, and even deepfake voices—making it harder than ever to spot fake connections. Scammers prey on trust, fabricate emergencies, and lure victims into financial ruin. The state has launched a dedicated hotline for reporting these crimes: 855-961-7226. Remember: never send money, stay skeptical—even if someone seems real on screen or in voice, it might be AI-generated. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4d48da6232f9f42c