
AI Tools Fuel Rise in Romance Fraud Across Dating Apps
AI-powered tools are becoming more integrated into U.S. dating platforms, creating new opportunities for connection but also new risks. These tools, while offering convenience and enhancing user experiences, have also made romance fraud more convincing and harder to detect. Fraudsters are using AI to manipulate emotions, accelerate trust-building, and create highly realistic fake profiles, leaving users vulnerable to both emotional and financial exploitation. Surge in AI-Generated Profiles and Scams The growth of AI-generated profiles on dating platforms has significantly increased in recent months. Reports from cybersecurity firms highlight that between December 2025 and January 2026, there was a noticeable surge in fake dating bot activity. Users have reported receiving multiple unsolicited messages, often from AI-generated bots, even when no profile photo or detailed personal information has been uploaded. AI tools are being used by fraudsters to craft messages and responses that mimic human interaction, making it increasingly difficult for users to discern legitimate connections from fraudulent ones. In some cases, individuals have reported receiving up to 60 bot messages in a single day. While this figure may vary, the scale of the issue is reflected in the actions taken by platforms, with hundreds of thousands of malicious URLs related to


































