fraudulent
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While even reliable AI detectors can produce false results, researchers say a crop of fraudulent tools has emerged online, easily weaponized to discredit authentic content and tarnish reputations.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Not wanting to be scammed, I said I was calling to report a fraudulent charge, but I never mentioned PayPal or the charge.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026
Patent and Trademark Office, Tesla said Unibev was “a bad-faith trademark squatter, who started as a Tesla fan” and described the French company’s attempt to trademark the Cybercab moniker as fraudulent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026
The government says the new scheme will help passengers feel confident they were purchasing valid tickets, as well as preventing fraudulent use.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
Believers railed against claims that spirit communication was fraudulent.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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