The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has warned the public against fraudulent AI-generated videos and advertisements circulating on social media, particularly Facebook, impersonating the Central Bank Governor.
In a statement, the CBSL said it had observed fake videos and advertisements featuring AI-generated content that falsely portray the Governor promoting financial advice and investment opportunities.
The Central Bank strongly advised the public not to be misled by such advertisements or act on any financial advice, investment opportunities or claims presented through them.
The CBSL has also issued a public awareness notice featuring examples of the fraudulent videos, urging people to remain vigilant against misleading content created using artificial intelligence.
The public has been advised to verify information through the Central Bank's official communication channels before making any financial decisions.
