Top Hedge Funds Targeted by AI Voice Phishing Attacks
JosephJacks_ · x · 2026-08-07
Top hedge funds including Citadel, Point72, Two Sigma, and Millennium were reportedly targeted in a coordinated voice phishing (vishing) campaign.
Attackers allegedly utilized AI-enhanced voice impersonation technology to accurately mimic the voices of employees and executives. The goal was to deceive systems and personnel to gain unauthorized access or extract sensitive information. This incident highlights the growing threat of AI deepfakes in sophisticated corporate security attacks.
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