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How does AI help groomers?
AI creates convincing fake profiles of young people, making it easier for criminals to approach children online without suspicion. These AI-generated personas can quickly build trust, leading children into exploitation like drug running or money laundering. This digital disguise makes the grooming process harder for parents and authorities to detect.
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