Fake Banker Deepfakes and Parcel Courier Scams — Top Frauds of 2026

The most common scams in 2026 involve fraudsters impersonating parcel couriers and using AI-generated deepfakes of bank employees. Criminals use artificial intelligence to create convincing fake video calls, making the fraud harder to detect. Experts advise verifying callers through official channels and never sharing personal or banking data over the phone or messaging apps.