back to article FCC names and shames Royal Tiger AI robocall crew

The US Federal Communications Commission has named its first robocall gang, dubbing the crew "Royal Tiger," and detailed its operations in an attempt to encourage international action against the scammers. Royal Tiger uses AI voice cloning to impersonate staff at government agencies, banks, and utilities. These robocalls …

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  2. James O'Shea Silver badge

    I was so hoping for a Nigerian prince.

    Or, alternatively, that Harry and/or Andy had finally found gainful employment.

    1. The Oncoming Scorn Silver badge
      Holmes

      Harry Yes, Andrew I don't think he's in a hurry to set foot in the US for some reason.

    2. Anonymous Coward
      Anonymous Coward

      Would this the same Nigerian prince that was so impressed by my Norton purchase (see attached invoice) that he wants a romantic relationship, available by clicking on this link?

  3. Anonymous Coward
    Anonymous Coward

    Will it ever end?

    Uhura: Captain, I’m receiving an anonymous sub space communication from earth.

    Kirk: This is captain Ja…

    Recording: This is Frank Murphy of Starfleet credit union with an important message so don’t hang up. You have been pre-approved for our 0.0% APR on…

    1. James O'Shea Silver badge

      Re: Will it ever end?

      Immediately following the above:

      Kirk: :"Mr. Sulu, prepare a full salvo of photon torpedoes. Identify the origin of that signal and fire at will."

      Sulu: "Just one salvo, sir?"

      Kirk: "Keep shooting until target destroyed or we run out of torpedoes. If we run low on torpedoes, close their position and stand by on phasers."

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