Real-world harm caused by AI, tracked daily
We collect reliable reports of incidents in which AI systems or AI agents caused or contributed to harm, check every entry against its sources, and follow what happens next.
Incidents tracked: 2
New or updated in the last 24 hours: 2
Latest incidents
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Spanish data authority says first breach notification involves AI agent attack
According to the Spanish data protection authority (AEPD), it received the first notification of a personal data breach in which the attack was allegedly carried out by an AI agent using a well-known language model.
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gov.za reports apparent AI hallucinations in white paper references
gov.za reported that the Department of Home Affairs detected apparent AI hallucinations in references appended to the Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection.
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- Fabricated citations
Incidents involving AI agents
Incidents involving AI agents — systems that take actions with tools, such as deleting data, spending money or sending messages — as the sources report them.
Spanish data authority says first breach notification involves AI agent attack
According to the Spanish data protection authority (AEPD), it received the first notification of a personal data breach in which the attack was allegedly carried out by an AI agent using a well-known language model.
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AI voice-cloning and impersonation scams
How scammers use cloned voices and fake video calls, and what official agencies advise you to do.
Sexual deepfakes and sextortion
What to do if someone creates or threatens to share fake intimate images of you, based on official guidance.
Fake celebrity investment ads
How to recognise deepfake adverts that use famous people to promote investment scams.
AI companions, chatbots and young people
What parents and carers can do about the risks of AI chatbots and companion apps for children and teenagers.
Before you give an AI agent access
How to limit the damage an AI agent can do with your files, accounts and money.
When AI makes false claims about you
Steps to take if a chatbot or AI search tool spreads false information about you.
Facial recognition mistakes
What to know and do if you are stopped, accused or banned because of a facial recognition match.
Challenging an automated decision
Your options when an automated system makes a decision about you, such as refusing credit or a job application.
Protecting your privacy when using AI tools
What not to share with chatbots and AI apps, and how to limit how your conversations are used.
Driver assistance and self-driving cars
What safety agencies say about driver-assistance features and robotaxis, and how to report a problem.
Using AI in legal and professional work
How to avoid fabricated citations and other AI errors in court filings, reports and professional advice.
Spotting AI-generated misinformation
Simple checks before you believe or share a shocking video, image or claim.