FCA Launches Scambot Intelligence Unit to Combat Financial Fraud
The Financial Conduct Authority has deployed AI-powered technology to detect and shut down fraudulent financial promotions faster than ever before.
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The Financial Conduct Authority has deployed AI-powered technology to detect and shut down fraudulent financial promotions faster than ever before.

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