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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has raised fresh concerns for the U.S. banking industry, warning that artificial intelligence could fuel a dangerous new era of fraud.
Speaking to top financial leaders, Altman explained that criminals are beginning to use AI tools, especially deepfakes and voice cloning, to trick banks and customers. From fake IDs to synthetic voices that sound real, these scams could slip through traditional security systems and put billions of dollars at risk.
Altman described the threat as a possible “fraud crisis” if banks and regulators fail to act quickly. He urged financial institutions to strengthen defenses with smarter AI-powered security tools that can spot unusual behavior in real time. According to him, the same technology that scammers use can also be a weapon for protection—if banks move fast enough.
The warning comes at a time when many U.S. banks are embracing AI for customer support, fraud detection, and payment systems. Altman’s message was clear: while AI offers powerful benefits, it also opens the door to new risks. Without strong safeguards, the convenience of digital banking could become a target for criminals using the very tools meant to power the future.