Scammers Use Elon Musk's Name to Sell Unproven Diabetes Supplements

Facebook scammers have been using Elon Musk's name and deepfakes to sell unproven diabetes supplements, taking advantage of unsuspecting users and violating Meta's policies on medical misinformation and AI-manipulated media.

The scammers create fake ads featuring deepfakes of Elon Musk and other public figures, claiming that Musk has discovered a cure for diabetes. The ads link to websites that sell supplements with unproven health benefits, such as Gluco Revive.

Meta has removed some of the ads and pages involved in the scam, but many remain active. The company is investigating the issue and taking action to prevent similar scams in the future.

The use of deepfakes and AI-manipulated media in these scams adds a new layer of complexity, making it harder for users to distinguish between real and fake content.

The FDA has warned consumers about the dangers of unproven diabetes treatments and supplements, and experts advise users to be cautious when encountering ads or websites that make unrealistic claims about health benefits.