Three foreign nationals, Jacob Soall, Sharon Hazan, and Guy Sheetrit, have been charged in the US for allegedly using AI to impersonate corporate executives and attorneys, leading to theft exceeding $100 million. The arrests occurred in Spain and the UK, with the fraudulent activities reported to have taken place between 2024 and 2026.
Key facts
- Three men charged with impersonating CEOs and attorneys using AI.
- The alleged theft amounts to over $100 million.
- Jacob Soall and Sharon Hazan were arrested in Spain.
- Guy Sheetrit was arrested in the United Kingdom.
- The fraud is reported to have occurred between 2024 and 2026.
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