World Cup Scams Are Getting Harder to Spot (opens original article in a new tab)

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, cybercriminals are using advanced AI technologies to create more sophisticated scams, making it harder for fans to distinguish between legitimate and fraudulent activities.

• AI-generated websites and deepfake videos are making World Cup scams harder to detect
• Over 13,000 FIFA-themed domains were registered in 2026 with 1 in 41 identified as suspicious
• Scammers are using AI to create personalized phishing emails and convincing fake websites
• Collaboration between companies and law enforcement is being used to track and disrupt scams