Seiveright warns of fake AI investment video using his image and voice. 

Detected Manipulations & Suggested Changes

Appeal to emotion

Using emotionally charged wording to influence readers’ feelings or behavior rather than relying solely on neutral, factual information.

Phrases such as “exercise extreme caution and not be misled” and “Members of the public are strongly advised not to send money, share personal or financial information…” are somewhat emotive and directive. However, they are standard public‑safety language in fraud warnings and are proportionate to the risk. They do not exaggerate the threat or vilify any group, but they do lean on concern and urgency to shape behavior.

3 suggestions

Replace “exercise extreme caution and not be misled” with more neutral wording such as: “are advised to carefully verify any online content that appears to show my endorsement of an investment opportunity.”

Change “Members of the public are strongly advised not to send money, share personal or financial information…” to: “Members of the public are advised not to send money, share personal or financial information, or engage with any links, websites, or contact information associated with the video until they have verified its authenticity through official channels.”

Clarify the basis for concern by adding a factual explanation, e.g.: “Such videos have been used in similar cases to defraud individuals by impersonating public figures.”

Omission of key information (mild/structural)

Leaving out potentially relevant contextual details that could help readers fully understand the situation.

The article does not provide any detail about the content of the fraudulent video (e.g., what kind of investment is being promoted, how it is being distributed, or typical red flags), nor does it mention whether any victims have been identified or how widespread the circulation is. This is a common limitation in short news alerts, and there is no sign that information is being deliberately withheld to mislead; it is more a matter of brevity.

3 suggestions

Add a brief, factual description of the scam’s nature, for example: “The video appears to promote a high‑return investment scheme promising [describe claims] and has been circulating primarily on [platforms].”

If known and legally permissible, indicate whether any reports of financial loss have been received: “As of [date], the ministry has/has not received reports of individuals suffering financial losses related to this video.”

Include general guidance on how to recognize similar scams, such as: “Officials note that unsolicited investment offers promising unusually high returns, especially those using AI‑generated likenesses of public figures, should be treated with skepticism and verified through official channels.”