Government Warns of Rising AI-Generated Deep Fake Videos Targeting Public
Summary
The Bermuda Government Cabinet Office issued a public warning on April 8, 2026, about an increase in AI-generated deep fake videos and fake social media accounts impersonating government officials, including Premier David Burt. The government advises residents to report suspicious content directly to social media platforms or the Bermuda Police Service and reminds the public that no government official will solicit investments through social media.
What changed
The Bermuda Government issued a public advisory warning residents about an increase in AI-generated deep fake videos and fake social media accounts that impersonate government officials. The Cabinet Office specifically noted videos using the likeness of Premier David Burt and other officials being used to make fraudulent investment schemes appear legitimate.
Affected parties—primarily social media users and consumers in Bermuda—should exercise caution when encountering investment opportunities or official-looking content on social platforms. The government advises that no official will ever use social media to promote investments and encourages reliance on official advisories only. Individuals who encounter suspicious content should report it to the platform or Bermuda Police Service.
What to do next
- Report suspected AI-generated deep fake videos to the social media platform
- Report suspicious content to the Bermuda Police Service
- Verify information through official Government of Bermuda channels only
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Government warns of AI generated / Deep Fake videos
08 April, 2026
The Government of Bermuda is once again reminding the public to be vigilant while on social media platforms, as there has been an increase in fake AI-generated accounts and posts that are being used to mislead the public and potentially defraud unsuspecting individuals.
Often, such social media posts or direct messages use the likenesses of local public figures and/or organizations to make their offerings appear more legitimate.
A Cabinet Office spokesperson reminded, “We are seeing an increase of videos using the likeness of Premier David Burt and other Government officials. With the rise of artificial intelligence, fake videos, false representations, and messages are becoming more common. Unfortunately, individuals have been scammed in the past, and we urge all residents to exercise caution and remain vigilant when using the internet.
“If anyone receives the referenced fake AI post, they should report it directly on the platform or to the Bermuda Police Service. As a reminder, no government official will ever use social media to promote an investment. The public is once again encouraged to only rely on official information and official advisories from the Government of Bermuda.”
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Contact Information
Ministry of The Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation
Department of Communications
Global House
43 Church Street
Hamilton HM 12
Bermuda
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