Selfie fingerprint’ scam is ‘real,’ some AI experts warn — others say it’s bunk: ‘Stuff out of spy novels’
Concerns are rising about a potential scam involving AI extracting fingerprints from selfies. While some experts warn of the risks, others argue that the likelihood of such an attack is low. Precautionary measures, such as avoiding high-resolution images and using multi-factor authentication, are recommended to protect personal biometric data.
- ▪A Chinese television segment sparked fears that hackers can extract fingerprints from selfies.
- ▪Experts emphasize that while the threat exists, executing such a scam is improbable for the average person.
- ▪Preventive strategies include avoiding high-resolution images and using multi-factor authentication.
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Tech Selfie fingerprint’ scam is ‘real,’ some AI experts warn — others say it’s bunk: ‘Stuff out of spy novels’ By Reda Wigle Published June 3, 2026, 3:14 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Siege of the selfie? Panic is building amid social media claims that hackers can now use AI to extract fingerprints from posted pics of people innocently flashing peace signs. The alarm seems to have originated from a Chinese television segment that aired this April. The clip in question features financial expert Li Chang demonstrating how taking a peace-sign selfie could leave you vulnerable to hackers who could steal your prints and use them for identity theft, phishing attacks, and to gain access to personal accounts.
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