Meet Daisy, the AI-powered ‘Granny’ from UK phone operator O2, who’s become the talk of the town for turning the tables on phone scammers. Daisy isn’t your typical granny; she’s an AI bot crafted with the latest tech to engage scammers in long, meandering conversations about her cat Fluffy, her knitting projects, and her family’s antics.
O2, part of Virgin Media O2, introduced Daisy as a fun and innovative way to tackle the growing scam call problem. She’s designed to waste the scammers’ time, keeping them on the line with her charming, if somewhat confusing, small talk. Imagine a scammer, expecting an easy target, only to be met with Daisy’s endless tales about her latest knitting patterns or her grandson’s soccer match.
Built with the help of Jim Browning, a famous YouTube scambaiter, Daisy uses a mix of AI models to sound and respond like a real person. She’s so lifelike that she’s managed to keep scammers talking for up to 40 minutes at a time, preventing them from bothering actual O2 customers.
This clever use of AI isn’t just about wasting time; it’s also about raising awareness. Daisy’s presence reminds everyone to be vigilant about scam calls, encouraging them to report suspicious activities. It’s a light-hearted yet effective approach to a serious issue, proving that sometimes, all you need is a chatty granny with plenty of time on her hands to make a difference.
So, next time you think of scam calls, remember Daisy, the AI Granny who’s out here, knitting away the scammers’ precious time
Granny A.I. designed to waste scammer’s time 😂
— Wall Street Mav (@WallStreetMav) December 8, 2024
This should automatically launch whenever your phone shows “scam likely”.
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