Business travelers should be aware of the following common scamming methods that artificial intelligence has made both easier to execute and more believable to travelers who aren't trained to watch out.
Deep Fakes:Messages that push a sense of fear or urgency to induce an action, even from "people" the traveler knows. These may also include unusual requests and methods for payment or cash transfers.
"Mirror" Websites: It's easy to create a website with AI that looks and behaves similarly to known travel supplier sites. Compliance to using a dedicated corporate booking tool can sidestep this risk.
Scam Agencies: Travelers should know their normal corporate travel processes and partners. Requests from a “travel agent” to move a call or interaction to an unfamiliar platform is a red flag. Even a
request to update a payment method could be questionable.
