By Catherine McGeer

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Fake Videos Circulating

Rafael Nadal has warned the public that artificial intelligence is being used to create fake videos featuring his likeness. The former tennis star said these videos show a figure that imitates his voice and appearance while giving investment advice he never provided.

Social media warning

Nadal shared the warning on social media, asking his followers to be cautious. “Together with my team, we have detected that fake videos generated by artificial intelligence are circulating on some platforms,” he wrote. “In these videos, advice or investment proposals that do not originate from me are attributed to me. This is deceptive advertising.”

Hello everyone.

I’m sharing this alert, which is unusual for me on social media, but I believe it’s necessary.

My team and I have identified fake videos circulating on certain platforms, created with artificial intelligence, where someone appears to look and sound like me.…

— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) September 23, 2025

Deepfake scams on the rise

Experts say this type of scam, known as deepfakes, is on the rise worldwide. Deepfakes use AI to manipulate images and audio to make content appear real, often targeting celebrities and public figures. Other well-known individuals affected include Mario Casas, Taylor Swift, Rosalía, Pedro Sánchez, and Lamine Yamal.

Cybersecurity warning

Cybersecurity specialists warn that as technology advances, it is becoming harder for everyday users to spot manipulated videos. Nadal stressed that he does not endorse any of the messages or campaigns in the videos and urged people to verify sources before trusting online investment advice.

Staying alert

The warning highlights the growing risks of AI-driven scams and the need for users to stay alert.